רְזוֹן (re.zon)
re.zon
Rezon
N:N-M-PQuick Reference
- Language
- Biblical Hebrew
- Testament
- Old Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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- Part of speech
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Word Overview
The name Rezon identifies a specific historical figure mentioned only once in Scripture, in 1 Kings 11:23. He is described as a Syrian who became an adversary to King Solomon during the period of the United Monarchy. The sources identify him as the son of Eliadah and note that he led a group of freebooters before establishing a petty kingdom at Damascus.
While his name means "prince," the text focuses on his political impact rather than his title. Rezon’s rise to power in Damascus created a significant geopolitical challenge for Israel, adding to the other enemies raised up against Solomon. This single entry marks the beginning of Damascus as a rival power that would continue to influence the region in subsequent biblical history.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Rezon appears in Scripture as a historical figure rather than a theological concept. He was a Syrian leader who established himself in Damascus after fleeing from Hadadezer, king of Zobah. The biblical text notes that God raised him up as an adversary to King Solomon during the United Monarchy period.
This account reminds us that political shifts and rising powers often occur within God's sovereign oversight. While Rezon’s name means "prince," the narrative focuses on his role in challenging Israel’s stability. His rise marks the beginning of Damascus as a rival force, setting the stage for future conflicts between Israel and Aram.
For readers today, this passage illustrates how external pressures can emerge even during times of peace. It invites reflection on God’s control over nations and leaders, reminding us that history unfolds under His watchful eye rather than by chance.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Rezon1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- רְז֖וֹן1×
Key Verses
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I Kings 11:23
God raised up an adversary to him, Rezon the son of Eliada, who had fled from his lord, Hadadezer king of Zobah.
This verse identifies Rezon as the son of Eliada who fled from Hadadezer, establishing his origin and role as a divinely permitted adversary to Solomon.