Strong’s G0954

Βεελζεβούλ

Part of speech

Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Beelzeboul

Pronunciation

beh-el-zeb-ool'

Definition

Beelzebul, Beelzebub

Meaning

Beelzebul, a name of Satan, the chief of evil spirits.

Usage

In the New Testament, Beelzeboul is used as a name for Satan, the prince of demons. It is a term of derision and contempt, reflecting the Jewish view of pagan deities as unclean and demonic. The name is used to accuse Jesus of casting out demons by the power of Beelzebul, thus associating Him with demonic forces.

Bible references

Matthew 10:25;Matthew 12:24;Matthew 12:27;Mark 3:22;Luke 11:15;Luke 11:18;Luke 11:19