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Beelzebul

Facts:

Beelzebul is another name for Satan, or the devil. It is also sometimes spelled, "Beelzebub."

• This name literally means "lord of flies" which means, "ruler over demons." But it is best to translate this term close to the original spelling rather than translate the meaning.
• It could also be translated as "Beelzebul the devil" to make it clear who is being referred to.
• This name is related to the name of the false god "Baal-zebub" of Ekron.

(Translation suggestions: rc://en/ta/man/jit/translate-names)

(See also: demon, Ekron, Satan)

Bible References:

• Luke 11:15
• Mark 03:22
• Matthew 10:25
• Matthew 12:25

Word Data:

• Strong's: G954