Ashpenaz Summary
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Ashpenaz was the chief official in Nebuchadnezzar's court, responsible for selecting and training young Israelite exiles (Dan 1:3).
the chief of Nebuchadnezzar's officials (DAN 1:3)
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Ashpenaz
· Also called · H828 none · DAN 1:3 guest
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אַשְׁפְּנַז
ashəpənaz · H828 · DAN 1:3 guest
- el Αβιεσδρι Abiesdri · none · DAN 1:3
- bg Асфеназ
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Ashpenaz Article
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Ashpenaz was a high-ranking official in the court of King Nebuchadnezzar of Babylon. He held the position of chief of the eunuchs, which placed him in charge of the king's household servants. After Nebuchadnezzar's conquest of Jerusalem, Ashpenaz was tasked with selecting young Israelite men of noble and royal birth to be trained in the language and literature of the Babylonians. Among those chosen were Daniel, Hananiah, Mishael, and Azariah, who were given Babylonian names. Ashpenaz was responsible for overseeing their education and ensuring their well-being during their time in the king's service.
Ashpenaz Dictionary
Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897)
The master of the eunuchs of Nebuchadnezzar (Dan. 1:3), the “Rabsaris” of the court. His position was similar to that of the Kislar-aga of the modern Turkish sultans.
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