Bible Dictionaries
Beelzebub
Holman Bible Dictionary
(bee eel' zee buhb) (KJV, NIV) or BEELZEBUL (NAS, TEV, NRSV) Name for Satan in New Testament spelled differently in Greek manuscripts. The term is based on Hebrew Baal-zebub, “lord of the flies.” See Matthew 12:24 ). Jesus showed the contradictory nature of such a claim and turned the charge back on the Pharisees. He showed His power to cast out demons indicated God was at work, bringing in the kingdom of God. See Mark 3:22; Luke 11:15-26 .
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Bibliography Information
Butler, Trent C. Editor. Entry for 'Beelzebub'. Holman Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/dictionaries/eng/hbd/b/beelzebub.html. 1991.