Strong’s H6540
פָרַס
Part of speech
Proper Name
Transliteration
Parac
Pronunciation
pah-RAHS
Definition
Persia
Meaning
Paras
Usage
The term "Paras" refers to the ancient kingdom of Persia, a significant empire in the biblical narrative. It is often associated with the Medes, forming the Medo-Persian Empire. In the Bible, Persia is depicted as a powerful and influential kingdom that played a crucial role in the history of Israel, particularly during the time of the Babylonian exile and the subsequent return of the Jewish people to their homeland.
Bible references
Ezra 4:24;Ezra 6:14;Daniel 5:28;Daniel 6:8;Daniel 6:12;Daniel 6:15