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בִּישִׁין
Bishin
Adjective (Aramaic)
Evil, wicked, bad

Definition

The Aramaic adjective bishin is the plural form meaning 'evil ones' or 'wicked things' — used in the biblical Aramaic of Ezra to describe wicked men who opposed the rebuilding of Jerusalem.

Usage & Theological Significance

In Ezra 4:12, adversaries of Israel write to the Persian king accusing the Jews of rebuilding Jerusalem, warning that they are 'wicked (bishin) and rebellious.' The charge is a lie — the builders are doing God's work — yet it illustrates a recurring biblical pattern: God's redemptive projects face slanderous opposition. The enemy's strategy of accusation before earthly kings mirrors Satan's role as 'accuser of the brethren' (Revelation 12:10). Yet God's purposes cannot ultimately be thwarted by false accusation.

Key Bible Verses

Ezra 4:12 Be it known to the king that the Jews who came up from you to us have gone to Jerusalem. They are rebuilding that rebellious and wicked (bishin) city.
Nehemiah 4:1 Now when Sanballat heard that we were building the wall, he was angry and greatly enraged, and he jeered at the Jews.
Revelation 12:10 And I heard a loud voice in heaven, saying, '...the accuser of our brothers has been thrown down, who accuses them day and night before our God.'
Isaiah 54:17 No weapon fashioned against you shall succeed, and you shall refute every tongue that rises against you in judgment.
Romans 8:31 What then shall we say to these things? If God is for us, who can be against us?

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