Pekod
TextsWhat is the meaning of Pekod in the Bible?
Pekod is a poetic name for Babylon found in Jeremiah 50:21 and Ezekiel 23:23, derived from a Hebrew root meaning 'visitation' or 'punishment.'
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this term as a wordplay on divine judgment helps readers understand how biblical authors portrayed Babylon as the instrument of God's punishment against Israel and Judah.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Pekod 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 Pekod in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Pekod clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Jeremiah 50:21Ezekiel 23:23
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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
"Pekod." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/pekod/