Phasiron
PeopleWhat is the meaning of Phasiron in the Bible?
Phasiron refers to an Arab tribe or chieftain defeated by Jonathan Maccabeus in the wilderness near Bethbasi, as recorded in the First Book of Maccabees.
SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing Phasiron as a specific tribal adversary clarifies the scope of Jonathan Maccabeus's military campaigns and highlights the fragmented political landscape of Arab tribes in the region during the Maccabean revolt.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Genealogy & Community Insight: When reading, notice how the lineage and actions of Phasiron reveal God's preservation of family clans and community records across generations.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Phasiron in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Phasiron clarify?
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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
"Phasiron." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/phasiron/