Buzi is a biblical figure mentioned in the Old Testament, specifically in the Book of Ezekiel. He is identified as the father of the prophet Ezekiel. The name "Buzi" is of Hebrew origin, and while its exact meaning is uncertain, it is often associated with the idea of "contempt" or "despised." However, the significance of the name in the biblical context is not explicitly detailed.

Biblical Reference:

Buzi is mentioned in Ezekiel 1:3, which states: "The word of the LORD came directly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the Kebar River. And there the hand of the LORD was upon him."

This verse situates Buzi within the priestly lineage, as Ezekiel is identified as a priest. The mention of Buzi serves to establish Ezekiel's heritage and his rightful place within the priestly tradition, which is significant given Ezekiel's role as a prophet during the Babylonian exile.

Historical and Cultural Context:

Buzi lived during a tumultuous period in Israel's history, marked by the Babylonian exile. This was a time when many Israelites, including members of the priestly class, were taken captive to Babylon. The reference to Buzi in the context of Ezekiel's prophetic ministry underscores the continuity of the priestly and prophetic traditions even in exile.

The priestly background of Ezekiel, as the son of Buzi, is important for understanding the nature of Ezekiel's prophecies, which often include detailed visions and symbolic actions that reflect a deep understanding of the temple and its rituals. This background would have been inherited from his father, Buzi, and the priestly community.

Theological Significance:

While Buzi himself is not a prominent figure in the biblical narrative, his mention is crucial for establishing the credentials of Ezekiel as both a priest and a prophet. This dual role is significant in the theological landscape of the Old Testament, where prophets often called the people back to faithfulness to the covenant and adherence to the law, which was central to the priestly function.

Ezekiel's ministry, rooted in his priestly heritage from Buzi, emphasizes themes of judgment and restoration, reflecting the broader narrative of Israel's relationship with God. The priestly lineage through Buzi highlights the continuity of God's covenantal promises and the hope of restoration, even amidst judgment and exile.

Conclusion:

Buzi, though briefly mentioned, plays a vital role in the biblical narrative by establishing the lineage and authority of Ezekiel. His mention serves as a reminder of the enduring nature of God's covenant with His people, carried through generations, even in times of great trial and upheaval.Buzi

my contempt

Buzi

(contempt), father of Ezekiel the prophet. (Ezekiel 1:3)

The father of the prophet Ezekiel (1:3). BUZ; BUZI; BUZITE

(1) Second son of Nahor (Genesis 22:21). The word occurs again in Jeremiah 25:23, by the side of Dedan (Genesis 10:7) and Tema (Genesis 25:15), and is probably, therefore, the name of a people living in the neighborhood of Edom. Buz and Hazo (Genesis 22:22) are probably the countries of Bazu and Chazu (the former described as full of snakes and scorpions), which Esarhaddon invaded (KB, II, 131).

(2) A Gadite ((1 Chronicles 5:14) (buzi), "an inhabitant of Buz"), a title given to Elihu, the fourth speaker in the Book of Job (Job 32:2).

Horace J. Wolf

941. Buzi -- the father of Ezekiel
... 940, 941. Buzi. 942 . the father of Ezekiel. Transliteration: Buzi Phonetic
Spelling: (boo-zee') Short Definition: Buzi. Word Origin ...
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940. Buzi -- a descendant of Buz
... 939, 940. Buzi. 941 . a descendant of Buz. Transliteration: Buzi Phonetic Spelling:
(boo-zee') Short Definition: Buzite. ... 939, 940. Buzi. 941 . ...
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Prophecies of the Cross. How These Prophecies are Satisfied in ...
... was not Solomon of David, was not Ezechias of Achaz, was not Josias of Amos, was
not Esaias of Amos, was not Jeremy of Chelchias, was not Ezechiel of Buzi? ...
/.../select works and letters or athanasius/section 35 prophecies of the.htm

Refutation of the Jews
... Was not Samuel the son of Elkanah, David of Jesse, Solomon of David, Hezekiah of
Ahaz, Josiah of Amon, Isaiah of Amos, Jeremiah of Hilkiah and Ezekiel of Buzi? ...
/.../athanasius/on the incarnation of the word/chapter 6 refutation of the.htm

The Jewish Institutions and Laws of Far Higher Antiquity than the ...
... Along with him Ezekiel [2065] the son of Buzi, and Urias [2066] the son of Sam??us,
and Ambacum [2067] prophesied. Here end the Hebrew kings. ...
/.../the stromata or miscellanies/chapter xxi the jewish institutions and.htm

The Greater Prophets.
... He was the son of Buzi, and of priestly descent (1:3); belonged to that company
of captives of the better class of the people who had been carried away with ...
/.../barrows/companion to the bible/chapter xxii the greater prophets.htm

The Medes and the Second Chaldaean Empire
History Of Egypt, Chaldaea, Syria, Babylonia, and Assyria, V 8. <. ...
/.../chapter iiithe medes and the.htm

Buzi (1 Occurrence)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. BUZ; BUZI; BUZITE. (1) Second son of Nahor
(Genesis 22:21). ... Multi-Version Concordance Buzi (1 Occurrence). ...
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Buz (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary. (v. & n.) See Buzz. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia.
BUZ; BUZI; BUZITE. (1) Second son of Nahor (Genesis 22:21). ...
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Buzite (2 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia BUZ; BUZI; BUZITE. (1) Second son of Nahor
(Genesis 22:21). The word occurs again in Jeremiah 25 ...
/b/buzite.htm - 8k

Kebar (8 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 1:3 The word of the LORD came expressly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of
Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Kebar; and the hand of the ...
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Expressly (7 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 1:3 the word of Yahweh came expressly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of
Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Chebar; and the hand of Yahweh ...
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Chebar (8 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 1:3 the word of Yahweh came expressly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of
Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Chebar; and the hand of Yahweh ...
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Ezekiel (4 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary God will strengthen. (1.) 1 Chronicles 24:16, "Jehezekel.".
(2.) One of the great prophets, the son of Buzi the priest (Ezek. ...
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Babylonians (48 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 1:3 the word of Yahweh came expressly to Ezekiel the priest, the son of
Buzi, in the land of the Chaldeans by the river Chebar; and the hand of Yahweh ...
/b/babylonians.htm - 22k

Chaldaeans (65 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 1:3 The word of the Lord came to me, Ezekiel the priest, the son of Buzi,
in the land of the Chaldaeans by the river Chebar; and the hand of the Lord ...
/c/chaldaeans.htm - 28k

Chalde'ans (74 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 1:3 hath the word of Jehovah certainly been unto Ezekiel son of Buzi the
priest, in the land of the Chaldeans, by the river Chebar, and there is on him ...
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