# Pashhur ## Name(s) and Meaning - **Names:** Pashhur. - **Meaning:** The name "Pashhur" likely means "splitter" or "cleaver" in Hebrew. - **Significance:** The name may reflect his divisive actions or the consequences of his opposition to Jeremiah's prophecies. ## Lifespan/Timeline - **Lifespan:** Specific dates are not provided in the biblical text; however, Pashhur was active during the reign of King Zedekiah, which was approximately 597–586 BC. - **Historical Context:** During this period, Judah was facing significant political turmoil under Babylonian threat, and prophets like Jeremiah were warning of impending judgment. ## Roles/Titles - **Roles:** Priest, chief officer in the house of the LORD. - **Significance:** Pashhur was a religious leader who opposed the prophet Jeremiah, illustrating the tension between established religious authorities and the prophetic messages that called for repentance and change. ## Tags - #biblical-figures - #roles-priest - #roles-opponentofprophet - #timelines-kingsofjudah ## Cross-References - Pashhur is introduced in [[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]. - His opposition to Jeremiah is detailed in [[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]. - He is mentioned again in [[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 38|Jeremiah Chapter 38]] in the context of the fall of Jerusalem. ## Key References: Pashhur ### Primary Passages - **Pashhur’s Confrontation with Jeremiah:** [[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]—Pashhur, the priest and chief officer in the house of the Lord, opposes Jeremiah after he prophesies against Jerusalem. Pashhur has Jeremiah beaten and put in stocks. Jeremiah, upon release, proclaims that the Lord has renamed Pashhur "Magor-missabib," meaning terror on every side. ### Mentions in Genealogies - There are no direct genealogical references to Pashhur in the context of his narrative with Jeremiah, specifically detailing his lineage. ### New Testament References - Pashhur is not directly mentioned in the New Testament. ### Prophetic/Typological References - **Symbol of Opposition to Prophets:** Pashhur represents the opposition faced by God’s true prophets from religious authorities. This can be paralleled with other biblical accounts where God’s messengers face hostility from established religious figures ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]], [[Matthew/Matthew Chapter 23|Matthew Chapter 23]]). ### Tags - #key-references - #prophecy - #jeremiah - #oppositiontoprophets - #old-testament ## Relationships: Pashhur ### Family Relationships - **Father:** Immer, a priestly figure ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20 Verse 1|Jeremiah 20:1]]). - **Descendants:** No specific descendants are mentioned in the biblical texts. ### Allies/Friends - The text does not specifically mention allies or friends of Pashhur. His role as a priest and chief officer in the temple suggests he had associations with other religious leaders and officials of the time. ### Adversaries/Conflicts - **Jeremiah:** Pashhur had a significant conflict with the prophet Jeremiah. Pashhur struck Jeremiah and put him in stocks because of Jeremiah's prophecies of doom against Jerusalem ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20 Verses 1-2|Jeremiah 20:1-2]]). This action led to Jeremiah prophesying against Pashhur, declaring his new name as Magor-missabib, meaning "terror on every side," and predicting the fall of Jerusalem and the captivity of Judah, including Pashhur's own fate ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20 Verses 3-6|Jeremiah 20:3-6]]). ### Spiritual Relationships - **God:** Pashhur's actions against Jeremiah indicate a strained relationship with God, as he opposed the prophetic message delivered by Jeremiah. His conflict with Jeremiah highlights his resistance to God's warnings through the prophet. ### Tags - #relationships - #family - #conflicts - #relationship-with-God - #priesthood - #jeremiah - #prophetic-conflict ## Significance: Pashhur ### Theological Importance - **Opposition to Prophecy:** Pashhur, a priest and chief officer in the house of the Lord, exemplifies the resistance against God's prophetic message delivered by Jeremiah. His actions serve as a warning against rejecting divine truth ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Divine Judgment:** Pashhur's confrontation with Jeremiah demonstrates the theme of God's justice, as Jeremiah prophesies Pashhur's downfall and the captivity of Judah, highlighting the consequences of disobedience and unbelief ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Historical Context - **Role in Judah's Decline:** Pashhur's actions occur during a crucial period leading up to the Babylonian exile, reflecting the spiritual and political turmoil in Judah. His opposition to Jeremiah's message is symptomatic of the broader rejection of God's word by Judah's leaders ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Influence in the Temple:** As a person of authority in the temple, Pashhur's reaction to Jeremiah's prophecies indicates the entrenched resistance to reform and repentance among the religious elite ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Symbolism and Typology - **Symbol of Resistance:** Pashhur symbolizes the broader resistance faced by God's prophets, serving as a type of those who oppose God's messengers throughout biblical history ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Foreshadowing of Exile:** His fate as predicted by Jeremiah foreshadows the Babylonian captivity, symbolizing the judgment that would come upon those who refuse to heed God's warnings ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Tags - #significance - #theological-themes - #judgment - #opposition - #biblical-history - #typology ## Character Study: Pashhur ### Strengths and Virtues - **Position of Authority:** Pashhur held a significant position as a chief officer in the house of the Lord, indicating a level of trust and responsibility within the priesthood ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Weaknesses and Failures - **Opposition to God's Prophet:** Pashhur opposed Jeremiah, God's prophet, by striking him and putting him in stocks. This act demonstrated a rejection of God's message delivered through Jeremiah ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **False Prophecy:** Pashhur is associated with false assurances given to the people, contradicting Jeremiah's true prophecy from God ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Lessons Learned - **Divine Retribution:** Pashhur's actions against Jeremiah led to a direct prophetic word against him, declaring that he would be a terror to himself and his friends, showcasing that opposing God's message leads to personal downfall ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **God's Sovereignty:** Despite human authority and attempts to suppress the truth, God's word will prevail, emphasizing the futility of resisting divine messages ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Tags - #strengths-authority - #weaknesses-opposition - #weaknesses-falseprophecy - #lessons-divineretribution - #lessons-godssovereignty ## Themes and Symbolism: Pashhur ### Key Themes - **Opposition to God's Message:** Pashhur represents those who oppose God's prophets and the message they bring. His confrontation with Jeremiah highlights the theme of resisting God's truth ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Judgment and Consequence:** The narrative of Pashhur emphasizes the theme of divine judgment and the consequences of opposing God’s will. Pashhur is renamed "Magor-missabib" meaning "terror on every side" as a symbol of the impending judgment on him and Jerusalem ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Symbolic Elements - **Renaming to Magor-missabib:** The renaming of Pashhur symbolizes the shift from his position of power to one of disgrace and fear, serving as a prophetic sign of the judgment that would befall him and the city ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Imprisonment of Jeremiah:** Pashhur’s act of imprisoning Jeremiah is symbolic of the wider rejection of God’s word by the leaders of Judah, illustrating the spiritual blindness and rebellion against God's authority ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Foreshadowing/Typology - **Foreshadowing of Christ's Rejection:** Pashhur’s treatment of Jeremiah can be seen as a foreshadowing of the rejection and persecution that Jesus would face from the religious authorities of His time. Both are examples of God’s messengers being opposed by their own people ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]], [[Matthew/Matthew Chapter 27|Matthew Chapter 27]]). ### Tags - #themes - #symbolism - #typology - #foreshadowing - #opposition - #judgment - #rejection - #prophets ## Connections: Pashhur ### Parallel Figures - **Jeremiah:** Both Pashhur and Jeremiah were involved in prophecy and the priestly duties, albeit with contrasting roles and responses to God's message ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Zedekiah:** Pashhur served under King Zedekiah and like Zedekiah, struggled with the messages of Jeremiah ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 21|Jeremiah Chapter 21]]). ### Foreshadowing/Typology - **Opposition to God's Prophets:** Pashhur represents those who oppose God's true prophets, foreshadowing the rejection of Christ by the religious leaders of His time ([[Matthew/Matthew Chapter 23|Matthew Chapter 23]]). - **Judgment:** The consequences faced by Pashhur prefigure the ultimate judgment that will fall on those who reject God's message ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Cultural/Historical Context - **Priestly Authority:** Pashhur was a priest, highlighting the tension between established religious authority and prophetic voices during the decline of Judah ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Babylonian Threat:** His interactions with Jeremiah occurred during a time of looming Babylonian exile, marking a period of crisis for Judah ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 21|Jeremiah Chapter 21]]). ### Tags - #parallel-figures - #foreshadowing-Christ - #historical-context - #priestly-authority - #opposition-to-prophets - #Babylonian-threat ## Legacy: Pashhur ### Impact on Israel/Church - **Opposition to Prophetic Message:** Pashhur, identified as the priest and chief officer in the house of the Lord, is notable for his opposition to the prophet Jeremiah. This conflict highlights the tension between established religious authority and the prophetic message of repentance and judgment. Pashhur's actions against Jeremiah, including beating him and putting him in the stocks, exemplify resistance to God’s message ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Mentions in Later Scripture - **Jeremiah’s Prophecies:** Pashhur is specifically mentioned in Jeremiah 20, where his opposition leads to a prophetic declaration against him. Jeremiah renames him "Magor-missabib," meaning "terror on every side," as a judgment from God ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Spiritual Lessons - **Consequences of Rejecting God’s Word:** Pashhur’s story serves as a cautionary tale about rejecting God’s prophets and the consequences of resisting divine truth. His actions and the subsequent prophecy against him underscore the importance of heeding God’s messages, even when they challenge existing structures or beliefs. - **The Role of Suffering in Prophetic Ministry:** Jeremiah's endurance in the face of Pashhur’s persecution illustrates the cost of prophetic ministry and the faith required to stand firm in delivering God’s message. ### Modern Applications - Pashhur’s legacy is a reminder of the dangers of prioritizing institutional power over spiritual truth. His story is often used to encourage believers to remain faithful to God’s word, even when it conflicts with societal or religious norms. - In contemporary faith practice, Pashhur is cited as an example of how religious leaders can sometimes oppose God’s work, urging vigilance and discernment among believers. ### Tags - #legacy - #impact-on-israel - #spiritual-lessons - #opposition-to-prophecy - #consequences-of-rejection - #prophetic-ministry ## Geography: Pashhur ### Significant Locations - **Jerusalem:** Pashhur was a priest and chief officer in the temple in Jerusalem. It was here that he confronted the prophet Jeremiah for prophesying against the city and its inhabitants ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **The Temple of the LORD:** As a priest, Pashhur’s significant activities and authority were centered around the temple, which was the spiritual heart of Jerusalem and the center of Jewish worship and sacrifice ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Travel and Movement - **Jerusalem to Babylon:** God declared through Jeremiah that Pashhur and his household would be carried away to Babylon. This was symbolic of the coming exile due to the disobedience of God's people, including their leaders ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Historical/Spiritual Context - **Jerusalem’s Role:** The city was the capital of Judah, serving as the political and spiritual center of Israelite life. It was prophesied against because of the people's unfaithfulness, which Pashhur opposed vehemently by attacking Jeremiah ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Babylonian Exile:** Babylon represents God’s instrument of judgment upon Jerusalem and Judah. The prophecy concerning Pashhur’s forced journey to Babylon illustrates the broader narrative of exile and return, a major theme in the Old Testament. ### Tags - #geography - #locations-jerusalem - #locations-temple - #locations-babylon - #travel - #babylonian-exile ## Additional Resources: Pashhur ### Cross-Referenced Scripture - **Pashhur's Opposition to Jeremiah:** Pashhur's actions against the prophet Jeremiah are detailed, providing insight into the opposition Jeremiah faced ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). - **Prophecy Against Pashhur:** Jeremiah's prophecy concerning Pashhur and his future, highlighting the consequences of opposing God's message ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20 Verse 6|Jeremiah 20:6]]). ### Genealogical References - **Lineage of Pashhur:** Reference to Pashhur as a son of Immer, a priestly line, establishing his authority and position within the temple ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20 Verse 1|Jeremiah 20:1]]). - **Priestly Lineage:** Pashhur is also mentioned as a priest, which holds significance in understanding his role and actions against Jeremiah ([[1 Chronicles/1 Chronicles Chapter 9|1 Chronicles Chapter 9]]). ### Maps and Geographic References - **Temple Context:** Pashhur's interactions with Jeremiah occurred at the temple, a central location in Jerusalem. Mapping the temple precincts could provide spatial understanding of the events ([[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]]). ### Recommended Bible Study Passages - **Jeremiah’s Conflict with Pashhur:** [[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]] serves as a critical passage for understanding the tensions between prophetic messages and established religious authority. - **Consequences of Opposing Prophets:** Reflect on the broader implications of resisting God's prophets, using [[Jeremiah/Jeremiah Chapter 20|Jeremiah Chapter 20]] as a case study. ### Tags - #additional-resources - #cross-references - #genealogy - #maps - #prophecy - #priesthood - #opposition - #Jeremiah