Topical Bible: Erodes

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Erodes is not a term directly found in the Bible; however, it is often associated with the Herodian dynasty, a series of rulers who played significant roles in the New Testament narrative. The Herodian dynasty, founded by Herod the Great, is known for its complex relationship with the Jewish people and the early Christian community. The Herods are mentioned in various contexts throughout the New Testament, and their actions had profound implications for the unfolding of biblical events.

Herod the Great

Herod the Great, the founder of the Herodian dynasty, is perhaps best known for his role in the narrative of Jesus' birth. According to the Gospel of Matthew, Herod the Great was the king who ordered the Massacre of the Innocents in Bethlehem in an attempt to kill the newborn Jesus, whom he saw as a threat to his throne (Matthew 2:16-18). Herod's reign was marked by grand architectural projects, including the expansion of the Second Temple in Jerusalem, but also by political cunning and brutality.

Herod Antipas

Herod Antipas, a son of Herod the Great, is another prominent figure in the New Testament. He ruled as tetrarch of Galilee and Perea and is most famously known for his involvement in the execution of John the Baptist. The Gospels recount that Herod Antipas, influenced by Herodias, his brother's wife whom he had unlawfully married, ordered John's beheading (Mark 6:17-29). Herod Antipas also played a role in the trial of Jesus, as he was the ruler to whom Pontius Pilate sent Jesus for judgment (Luke 23:7-12).

Herod Agrippa I

Herod Agrippa I, the grandson of Herod the Great, is mentioned in the Acts of the Apostles. He is noted for his persecution of the early church, including the execution of the Apostle James and the imprisonment of Peter (Acts 12:1-4). Herod Agrippa I's reign ended dramatically when he was struck down by an angel of the Lord and died, as described in Acts 12:20-23 .

Herod Agrippa II

Herod Agrippa II, the son of Herod Agrippa I, is the last of the Herodian rulers mentioned in the New Testament. He is known for his encounter with the Apostle Paul, who defended his faith before Agrippa II and his sister Bernice (Acts 25:13-26:32). Agrippa II's response to Paul's testimony is famously recorded: "In such a short time, are you persuading me to become a Christian?" (Acts 26:28).

Significance in Biblical Narrative

The Herodian dynasty, through its various rulers, played a significant role in the political and social landscape of Judea during the time of Jesus and the early church. Their interactions with key biblical figures highlight the tension between the ruling authorities and the nascent Christian movement. The Herods' actions, often driven by political ambition and personal vendettas, inadvertently fulfilled biblical prophecies and set the stage for the spread of the Gospel.

Greek

2264. Herodes -- perhaps "son of a hero," Herod, the name of ...
... see GREEK eidos. (erode) -- 3 Occurrences. (eroden) -- 2 Occurrences. (erodes) --
25 Occurrences. (erodou) -- 13 Occurrences. 2263, 2264. Herodes. 2265 . ...
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Thesaurus

Erodes (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Erodes (1 Occurrence). Job 14:18 "But the mountain falling
comes to nothing. The rock is removed out of its place; (See NIV). ...
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