Bacenor
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Bacenor in the Bible?
Bacenor was an officer in the army of Judas Maccabee engaged in war against Gorgias, governor of Idumaea.
SIGNIFICANCE
Identifying Bacenor provides specific historical context for the military campaigns described in 1 Maccabees, illustrating the organized resistance against Seleucid forces.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Bacenor reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Bacenor in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Bacenor clarify?
Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.
How to Cite This Entry
"Bacenor." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/bacenor/