Strong’s G2403
Ἰεζάβελ
Part of speech
Proper Noun, Indeclinable
Transliteration
Iezabel
Pronunciation
ee-eh-zab'-el
Definition
Jezebel
Meaning
Jezebel, name given to a false prophetess of Thyatira, possibly borrowed from the name of Ahab's wife, queen of Israel.
Usage
In the New Testament, the name Jezebel is used metaphorically to describe a woman who leads others into idolatry and immorality. The name is synonymous with wickedness and rebellion against God, drawing from the infamous Old Testament figure, Queen Jezebel, who was the wife of King Ahab of Israel and a promoter of Baal worship.
Bible references
Revelation 2:20