Introduction:
Chaldaea, often referred to as "Chaldea" in biblical texts, is a region in southern Mesopotamia, corresponding to present-day southern Iraq. It is historically significant for its association with the Chaldeans, a Semitic people who played a crucial role in the history of the Neo-Babylonian Empire. The term "Chaldeans" is sometimes used interchangeably with "Babylonians" in the Bible, reflecting their dominance in Babylon during the 7th and 6th centuries BC.

Biblical References:
Chaldaea is mentioned in several books of the Bible, often in the context of prophecy and judgment. The Chaldeans are depicted as a powerful and influential people, known for their military prowess and contributions to astrology and astronomy.

1. Genesis 11:28, 31 : The region is first mentioned in connection with Ur of the Chaldeans, the birthplace of Abram (later Abraham). "While his father Terah was still alive, Haran died in Ur of the Chaldeans, in the land of his birth... Terah took his son Abram, his grandson Lot (son of Haran), and his daughter-in-law Sarai, the wife of his son Abram, and together they set out from Ur of the Chaldeans to go to Canaan."

2. 2 Kings 24:2 : The Chaldeans are noted for their role in the downfall of Judah. "And the LORD sent Chaldean, Aramean, Moabite, and Ammonite raiders against Jehoiakim to destroy Judah, according to the word of the LORD proclaimed by His servants the prophets."

3. Isaiah 13:19 : The prophet Isaiah speaks of the impending judgment on Babylon, the heart of Chaldean power. "And Babylon, the jewel of kingdoms, the glory and pride of the Chaldeans, will be overthrown by God like Sodom and Gomorrah."

4. Daniel 1:4 : The Chaldeans are recognized for their wisdom and learning, as seen in the book of Daniel. "young men without blemish, handsome, gifted in all wisdom, knowledgeable, quick to understand, and qualified to serve in the king’s palace, and to teach them the language and literature of the Chaldeans."

Historical Context:
The Chaldeans rose to prominence in the late 7th century BC, establishing the Neo-Babylonian Empire under the leadership of Nabopolassar and his son Nebuchadnezzar II. This period is marked by significant achievements in architecture, science, and culture, including the construction of the Hanging Gardens of Babylon and advancements in mathematics and astronomy.

Religious and Cultural Influence:
The Chaldeans were known for their religious practices, which included the worship of Marduk, the chief deity of Babylon. Their influence extended into the realm of astrology, where they made significant contributions that would later impact Greek and Roman thought.

Prophetic Significance:
In biblical prophecy, the Chaldeans are often depicted as instruments of God's judgment against Israel and other nations. Their rise and fall serve as a testament to the sovereignty of God over the nations, as seen in the prophecies of Isaiah, Jeremiah, and Habakkuk.

Jeremiah 50:10 : The prophet Jeremiah foretells the eventual downfall of the Chaldeans. "And Chaldea will be plundered; all who plunder her will have their fill," declares the LORD.

Conclusion:
Chaldaea, as depicted in the Bible, serves as a symbol of both human achievement and divine judgment. The Chaldeans' historical and cultural legacy is intertwined with their role in biblical narratives, highlighting the interplay between divine providence and human history.897. Babulon -- "gate of god(s)," Babylon, a large city situated ...
... Babylon. Of Hebrew origin (Babel); Babylon, the capitol of Chaldaea (literally or
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... Transliteration: Uwr Phonetic Spelling: (oor) Short Definition: Ur. Ur The same
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3779. Kasday -- inhab. of Chaldea
... Chaldean. (Aramaic) corresponding to Kasdiy; a Chaldaean or inhabitant of Chaldaea;
by implication, a Magian or professional astrologer -- Chaldean. ...
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8512. Tel Abib -- "hill of grain," a place in Babylon
... NASB Word Usage Tel-abib (1). Tel-abib. From tel and 'abiyb; mound of green growth;
Tel-Abib, a place in Chaldaea -- Tel-abib. see HEBREW tel. see HEBREW 'abiyb ...
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Ancient Chaldaea
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Chaldaea (9 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Chaldaea (9 Occurrences). Acts 7:4 Then he came
out of the land of the Chaldaeans, and lived in Haran. ...
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Chaldaean (9 Occurrences)

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Visions (43 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 11:24 And the wind, lifting me up, took me in the visions of God into
Chaldaea, to those who had been taken away as prisoners. ...
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Thereupon (22 Occurrences)
... Acts 7:4 "Thereupon he left Chaldaea and settled in Haran till after the death of
his father, when God caused him to remove into this country where you now live ...
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Babylonia (17 Occurrences)
... by Assyria and Mesopotamia; on the East by Elam, separated by the mountains of Elam;
on the South by the sea marshes, and the country Kaldu (Chaldaea); and on ...
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Chalcol (1 Occurrence)

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Chalde'a (9 Occurrences)
... Jeremiah 51:1 The Lord has said: See, I will make a wind of destruction come up
against Babylon and against those who are living in Chaldaea; (See RSV). ...
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Caused (468 Occurrences)
... Acts 7:4 "Thereupon he left Chaldaea and settled in Haran till after the death of
his father, when God caused him to remove into this country where you now live ...
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Settled (112 Occurrences)
... Acts 7:4 "Thereupon he left Chaldaea and settled in Haran till after the death of
his father, when God caused him to remove into this country where you now live ...
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Head-dresses (11 Occurrences)
... round their bodies and with head-dresses hanging round their heads, all of them
looking like rulers, like the Babylonians, the land of whose birth is Chaldaea. ...
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