Perez-uzza standard

Where is Perez-uzza in the Bible?

Perez-uzza was a location near Jerusalem where a significant event occurred during the transportation of the Ark of the Covenant to the city. According to 2 Samuel 6:6-8, this is where Uzzah died after reaching out and touching the Ark when the oxen pulling its cart stumbled. The place was named Perez-uzza, meaning "the breach of Uzzah," to commemorate God's judgment against Uzzah for his unauthorized contact with the holy object. This event underscored the severe holiness of the Ark and demonstrated the importance of following God's prescribed protocols for handling sacred objects. The incident served as a sobering reminder of God's authority and the consequences of irreverence, even when intentions may have seemed protective.