Evil-merodach
Evil-merodach in the Bible — King of Babylon (2KI 25:27). Referenced in 2 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “the fool of Merodach; the fool grinds bitterly”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 2 references
- Known Names
- 2 names
Biography
Evil-merodach was a male king of Babylon mentioned in the Bible. His primary identification is as the ruler of Babylon, as noted in 2 Kings 25:27. There is no additional tribal or familial information provided about him in Scripture.
Names & Titles
The name Evil-merodach means 'worshiper of Marduk[s]' or is corrupted to read as 'fool of blessing,' reflecting its Babylonian origin. His title, King of Babylon, simply denotes his royal position over the city of Babel as recorded in 2 Kings 25:27.
Family
Scripture does not record any family relationships for Evil-merodach beyond his role as King of Babylon. No relatives or descendants are mentioned in the biblical text.
Significance
Evil-merodach's significance in the biblical narrative centers on his kingship of Babylon during a pivotal period. His mention in 2 Kings 25:27 places him historically after the fall of Jerusalem, marking him as a figure in the aftermath of Judah's exile. Though details are sparse, his reign represents a transitional moment in the history of Babylonian dominance over the Israelites.
Names & Labels (2)
- Hebrew
- אֱוִיל מְרֹדַךְ
- Transliteration
- eviyl mərodakh
- Meaning
- worshiper of Marduk[s]; [corrupted to read] fool of blessing
- Greek
- Ευιλμαρωδαχ
- Reference
- 2KI 25:27
- Strong's
- H192
- Hebrew
- מֶֽלֶךְ־בָּבֶ֛ל
- Transliteration
- melek bavel
- Meaning
- king of Babel
- Greek
- βασιλεὺς Βαβυλῶνος
- Reference
- 2KI 25:27
- Strong's
- H4428, H894
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Evil-merodach in the Bible?
Evil-merodach was a male king of Babylon mentioned in the Bible. His primary identification is as the ruler of Babylon, as noted in 2 Kings 25:27. There is no additional tribal or familial information provided about him in Scripture.
What does the name Evil-merodach mean?
The name Evil-merodach means “the fool of Merodach; the fool grinds bitterly” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.