Bible Dictionary
Explore biblical people, places, events, objects, ideas, and other terms. Search the dictionary directly, browse alphabetically, or narrow the list by category or Testament.
457 entries found
Eshcol, The Valley
Places & Geography • Old Testament
The Valley of Eshcol, or Brook of Eshcol, was a valley near Hebron explored by the spies sent from Kadesh-barnea. It was noted for its abundant fruit, especially its large clusters of grapes.
Eshean
Places & Geography • Old Testament
Eshean was a town in the hill country of Judah. It is listed among the cities belonging to Judah, though its exact site is uncertain.
Eshek
People & Groups • Old Testament
Eshek was a descendant of Jonathan and Saul, listed in the genealogies of Benjamin. His name is associated with oppression or an oppressor.
Eshkalonites, The
People & Groups • Old Testament
The Eshkalonites were the inhabitants of Ashkelon, one of the chief Philistine cities on the Mediterranean coast.
Eshtaol
Places & Geography • Old Testament
Eshtaol was a town in the low country of Judah later allotted to Dan. Samson lived and began his ministry in its vicinity, and Danite men from Eshtaol joined in the expedition against Laish.
Eshtaulites, The
People & Groups • Old Testament
The Eshtaolites were a family or clan associated with Eshtaol and the families of Kirjath-jearim. They are mentioned in the genealogies of Judah.
Eshtemoa
Places & Geography • Old Testament
Eshtemoa, also called Eshtemoh, was a town in the hill country of Judah allotted to the priests. David and his followers had friends there during David’s years of wandering.
Eshton
People & Groups • Old Testament
Eshton was a man named in the genealogical records of Judah. He appears among the descendants of Judah in the family list of 1 Chronicles.
Esli
People & Groups • New Testament
Esli was an ancestor of Jesus listed in the genealogy recorded by Luke. He was the son of Naggai and an ancestor in the line leading to Joseph, Mary’s husband.
Espouse
Jewish Life & Customs • Both
To espouse means to betroth or formally promise in marriage. Biblical betrothal created a serious obligation before the wedding and is also used figuratively for the relationship between God and his people.
ESPY
Other • Both
In older English, to catch sight of, observe, or investigate. Modern translations use more precise terms such as see, watch, spy out, or search out.
Esril
People & Groups • Inter-testament
Esril is a form of Ezril, a name appearing in the First Book of Esdras. It corresponds to a person identified in related genealogical or return-from-exile lists.
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