Bible Dictionary
DEMOPHON
Demophon was a Syrian general in Palestine under Antiochus V. He continued hostile actions against the Jews after agreements had been made between Lysias and Judas Maccabeus.
Definition
Demophon was a Syrian general serving in Palestine under Antiochus V Eupator. He continued hostile activity against the Jews after agreements had been made between Lysias and Judas Maccabeus.
Biblical Usage
Demophon is mentioned in 2 Maccabees 12:2 as continuing to harass the Jews despite covenants made by Lysias and Judas Maccabeus.
Historical Background
His actions belong to the Syrian-Jewish conflict during the reign of Antiochus V. He is identified as a military commander operating in Palestine.
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>dem'-o-fon (Demophon): A Syrian general in Palestine under Antiochus V (Eupator) who continued to harass the Jews after covenants had been made between Lysias and Judas Maccabeus (2 Macc 12:2).</p>