Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy
Rab-saris, a Babylonian official, was present at the capture of Jerusalem by Nebuchadnezzar's army.
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Also known as chief officer
Rab-saris 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-saris" is likely a title meaning "chief eunuch" or "chief officer." After the city fell, Rab-saris, along with other officials such as Nergal-sharezer, Samgar-nebo, and Nebushazban, took up residence at the Middle Gate, a prominent location within Jerusalem. The presence of these high-ranking officials demonstrates the complete subjugation of Jerusalem to Babylonian authority. The specific duties and responsibilities of Rab-saris are not elaborated upon in the biblical text.
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2 verses in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s H7249
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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