Gazing-Stock
TextsWhat is the meaning of Gazing-Stock in the Bible?
The Hebrew word 'guz' appears in Nahum 3:6 and Hebrews 10:33 to describe individuals or entities subjected to public humiliation and derision.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this term clarifies the intensity of social ostracization and shame depicted in these passages, illustrating the severe consequences of public disgrace in ancient Near Eastern and early Christian contexts.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Gazing-Stock functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Gazing-Stock in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Gazing-Stock clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Nahum 3:6Hebrews 10:33
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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
"Gazing-Stock." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/gazingstock/