Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Rab-mag, a Babylonian official, was present at the capture of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar's army.
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Also known as high official
Rab-mag is mentioned as one of the Babylonian officials present at the capture of Jerusalem by the army of King Nebuchadnezzar (Jer.39.3, 13). The name "Rab-mag" is likely a title rather than a personal name, possibly meaning "chief of the magi" or "chief soothsayer." The presence of Rab-mag, along with other officials. His name was either Nergal-sharezer or he was accompanied by Nergal-sharezer together with Samgar-nebo, and Nebushazban, indicates that he was a high-ranking member of the Babylonian military or administrative hierarchy. After the city fell, these officials took up residence at the Middle Gate, a prominent location within Jerusalem. The specific duties and responsibilities of Rab-mag are not elaborated upon in the biblical text.
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RAB'-MAG (perhaps the master of the magi) signified an officer of great power and dignity at the Babylonian court. Jer 39:3, 2 Kgs 11:13.
RAB'-MAG (perhaps the master of the magi) signified an officer of great power and dignity at the Babylonian court. Jer 39:3, 2 Kgs 11:13.
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2 verses in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H7248
Then all the officials of the king of Babylon entered and sat in the Middle Gate: Nergal-sharezer of Samgar, Nebo-sarsekim the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the rest of the officials of the king of Babylon.
So Nebuzaradan captain of the guard, Nebushazban the Rabsaris, Nergal-sharezer the Rabmag, and all the captains of the king of Babylon
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