4 others in the registry answer to the name Rimmon. Every Rimmon in the Bible
- verses
- 1
- first named
- 2 Kings 5:18
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Rimmon in the text
Rimmon is mentioned in 2Ki.5.18 as a Syrian deity worshipped by Naaman, the commander of the army of the king of Syria. After being healed of his leprosy by the prophet Elisha, Naaman acknowledges the God of Israel as the one true God and pledges to offer sacrifices only to Him. However, he asks for God's pardon in advance for one exception: when his master, the king of Syria, goes into the temple of Rimmon to worship and leans on Naaman's hand, causing Naaman to bow down in the temple. Naaman asks for God's understanding in this matter, recognizing the potential conflict between his newfound faith and his duties in the Syrian court. Elisha's response, "Go in peace," suggests that God is merciful and understands Naaman's situation. The mention of Rimmon provides insight into the polytheistic religious context of ancient Syria and highlights the challenges faced by those who converted to faith in the God of Israel while living in pagan societies.
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