Who was Syria?

Queen of Damascus

The story of Syria

Syria - Ruler
Syria - Ruler
Ruler

Syria is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament. She was the daughter of Lot and his eldest daughter, and the sister of Moab and Ammon. Syria is best known for being the ancestor of the Ammonites and Moabites, two of the twelve tribes of Israel. Syria's life is not well documented in the Bible, but it is known that she and her sister were conceived when Lot's daughters got him drunk and had intercourse with him. Syria and her sister were the only children of Lot, and they were raised by their father in the land of Canaan. Syria is best known for being the ancestor of the Ammonites and Moabites. According to the Bible, Syria and her sister were the mothers of the Ammonites and Moabites, two of the twelve tribes of Israel. The Ammonites and Moabites were enemies of the Israelites, and their descendants were known for their hostility towards the Israelites. Syria is also mentioned in the Bible as being the ancestor of Ruth, the great-grandmother of King David. Ruth was a Moabite, and her story is told in the Book of Ruth. Syria is an important figure in the Bible, as she is the ancestor of two of the twelve tribes of Israel. She is also the ancestor of Ruth, the great-grandmother of King David. Syria's story is an important part of the Bible, and her legacy lives on in the descendants of the Ammonites and Moabites.

Name meaning

Assyria: "The name Assyria refers to a significant ancient Mesopotamian kingdom and empire located in the northern part of modern-day Iraq."

Name origin

Greek

Role

Ruler

First mention

Genesis 2:14

Appearances in the Bible

256 mentions

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Syria in the Bible

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Genesis

Chapter 25

The Birth of Esau and Jacob

Abraham has more children with Keturah and then dies at the age of 175.

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Genesis

Chapter 28

Jacob's Ladder and Covenant with God

Jacob runs away to his mother's family and has a dream of a ladder reaching to heaven. God confirms his promise to Jacob...

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Genesis

Chapter 31

Jacob's Flight from Laban

Jacob runs away from Laban with his family and possessions. Laban pursues him but they make a covenant and part as frien...

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Deuteronomy

Chapter 26

The Firstfruits and Tithes

Moses commands the Israelites to bring the firstfruits of their crops and herds to the tabernacle and to recite a specif...

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Judges

Chapter 10

Israel's Repentance

The Israelites again worship other gods and are oppressed by their enemies.

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Matthew

Chapter 4

The Temptation of Jesus

Jesus is tempted by Satan in the wilderness.

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Luke

Chapter 2

The Birth of Jesus

The birth of Jesus is announced to Mary and Joseph, and He is born in Bethlehem.

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Luke

Chapter 4

The Temptation of Jesus

Jesus is tempted by Satan and begins His ministry in Galilee.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 15

The Jerusalem Council

The council at Jerusalem decides that Gentile converts do not have to follow Jewish customs.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 18

The Voyage to Rome

Paul continues his missionary work in Corinth, and Apollos also begins preaching there.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 20

The Farewell to the Ephesian Elders

Paul travels to Jerusalem and speaks to the elders of the church.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 21

The Arrest of Paul in Jerusalem

Paul is arrested in Jerusalem and brought to trial before the Roman authorities.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 8

David's Military Campaigns

David continues to expand his kingdom through military conquest.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 10

Defeat of Ammon and Syria

David defeats the armies of Ammon and Syria.

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2 Samuel

Chapter 15

Absalom's Conspiracy

Absalom conspires against David and attempts to overthrow him.

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1 Kings

Chapter 10

Queen of Sheba Visits Solomon

The Queen of Sheba visits Solomon and is impressed by his wisdom and wealth.

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1 Kings

Chapter 11

Solomon's Apostasy

Solomon becomes increasingly idolatrous, leading to division in the kingdom after his death.

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1 Kings

Chapter 15

Abijam's Reign in Judah

Abijam becomes king of Judah and continues the sins of his father.

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1 Kings

Chapter 19

Elijah Flees from Jezebel

Elijah flees from Jezebel after she threatens his life.

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1 Kings

Chapter 20

Ahab's Wars

Ahab continues his idolatry and goes to war against Ben-hadad, the king of Syria.

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1 Kings

Chapter 22

Ahab and Jehoshaphat Against Syria

Ahab and Jehoshaphat, the king of Judah, join forces against Syria, but Ahab is killed in the battle.

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2 Kings

Chapter 5

Naaman's Healing

Naaman, a commander of the Syrian army, is healed of leprosy by Elisha and becomes a believer in the Lord.

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2 Kings

Chapter 6

The Floating Ax Head

Elisha causes an ax head that had fallen into the water to float, demonstrating his power over nature.

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2 Kings

Chapter 7

The Siege of Samaria Lifted

The Lord lifts the siege of Samaria through Elisha's prophecy, bringing great abundance to the city.

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2 Kings

Chapter 8

Jehoram's Reign and Death in Israel

Jehoram becomes king of Israel and leads the people into idolatry, eventually dying a painful death.

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2 Kings

Chapter 9

Jehu Anointed King of Israel

Jehu is anointed king of Israel by one of the sons of the prophet Elisha.

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2 Kings

Chapter 12

Repair of the Temple

Joash becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, repairing the temple and removing idolatry.

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2 Kings

Chapter 13

Jehoahaz's Reign in Israel

Jehoahaz becomes king of Israel and leads the people into idolatry, eventually dying a painful death.

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2 Kings

Chapter 15

Reigns of Azariah, Jotham, Ahaz, and Hezekiah

Azariah, also known as Uzziah, becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, but also becomes proud and is struck with ...

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2 Kings

Chapter 16

Hoshea's Reign and Fall of Samaria

Hoshea becomes king of Israel and leads the people into idolatry, eventually causing the fall of Samaria to the Assyrian...

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2 Kings

Chapter 18

Hezekiah's Reign in Judah

Hezekiah becomes king of Judah and carries out reforms, including removing idolatry and repairing the temple.

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2 Kings

Chapter 24

Babylonian Captivity of Judah

Nebuchadnezzar, the king of Babylon, conquers Judah and exiles many of its citizens to Babylon.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 18

David's Military Successes

David's reign, including his administration and building projects, and the reign of his son Solomon.

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1 Chronicles

Chapter 19

Ammonites and Syrians Defeated

David's reign, including his administration and building projects, and the reign of his son Solomon.

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 1

Solomon's Wisdom and Wealth

Solomon's dedication to building God's temple and the flourishing of Israel under his wise leadership

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 16

Asa's Alliance and Rebuke

Asa's shift in strategy, forming alliances with foreign powers, and the prophet Hanani's rebuke highlighting the import...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 18

Jehoshaphat and Ahab's Alliance

The narrative unfolds the consequences of Jehoshaphat's alliance with Ahab, highlighting the dangers of compromising wit...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 20

Jehoshaphat's Prayer and Victory

The chapter recounts Jehoshaphat's prayerful dependence on God, leading to a miraculous victory over the enemy and highl...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 22

Athaliah's Usurpation

The narrative unfolds the turbulent period of Athaliah's usurpation, highlighting the struggles faced by the legitimate ...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 24

Joash's Apostasy and Zechariah's Death

The chapter unfolds Joash's oscillation between righteousness and apostasy, culminating in the tragic death of the proph...

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2 Chronicles

Chapter 28

Ahaz's Apostasy and Defeat

Ahaz's reign marked by apostasy, foreign alliances, and military defeat, highlighting the destructive outcomes of turnin...

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Ezra

Chapter 4

Opposition to the Rebuilding

Opposition to the rebuilding of the temple by the neighboring peoples, including the writing of a letter to King Artaxer...

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Daniel

Chapter 2

Nebuchadnezzar's Dream

King Nebuchadnezzar has a dream that troubles him, and Daniel interprets it as a vision of the future kingdoms of the wo...

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Hosea

Chapter 12

Israel's Deception and Dishonesty

God accuses Israel of being deceptive and dishonest, and of worshiping false gods.

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Amos

Chapter 1

The Message to the Nations

God sends Amos to prophesy against the nations, including Israel, for their sins of oppression, injustice, and idolatry.

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Amos

Chapter 9

The Restoration of Israel

Amos prophesies of the restoration of Israel, a time when God will gather His people and establish His kingdom on earth.

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Galatians

Chapter 1

Freedom from the Law

Paul writes to the Galatian church to address false teachings about circumcision and the law. He affirms that salvation ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 7

God's Promise to King Ahaz

In Isaiah 7, King Ahaz of Judah is faced with a military threat from two neighboring kingdoms. Isaiah is sent by God to ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 9

The Birth of a Savior

Isaiah foretells the coming of a child who will bring light to the darkness of the people of Israel. He prophecies that ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 17

The Utter Destruction of Damascus

In Isaiah chapter 17, God prophesies about the complete destruction of Damascus, the capital city of Syria. The chapter ...

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Isaiah

Chapter 36

Sennacherib Threatens Jerusalem

In Isaiah chapter 36, the Assyrian king, Sennacherib, leads his army to conquer Jerusalem. He sends a delegation to nego...

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Jeremiah

Chapter 35

The Rechabites' Faithfulness

In Jeremiah 35, God commands Jeremiah to bring the Rechabites, a group of nomadic people, to the temple to offer them wi...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 16

The Unfaithful Jerusalem

In Ezekiel 16, the Lord speaks to the prophet Ezekiel about the history of Jerusalem and its constant unfaithfulness tow...

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Ezekiel

Chapter 27

The Lament for Tyre

In Ezekiel chapter 27, the prophet laments the fall of the great city of Tyre, a major trading hub of the ancient world....

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