A Visit With Jesus: Bible Dictionary

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Eye

Objects & Symbols • Both

The eye is the physical organ of sight and is frequently used figuratively in Scripture for perception, desire, disposition, and spiritual understanding. Expressions such as the evil eye, bountiful eye, and eyes of God convey moral or spiritual realities.

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EYELID

Agriculture & Daily Life • Both

The movable fold of skin protecting the eye. Scripture also refers to the eyelids in connection with beauty, watchfulness, and the ancient practice of darkening them with cosmetic powder.

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EYES, COVERING, OF THE

Jewish Life & Customs • Old Testament

A figurative covering of the eyes signifying forgetfulness of a past wrong or willingness to overlook an offense. The expression occurs in Genesis 20:16.

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EYESALVE

Objects & Symbols • New Testament

A medicinal eye powder or salve associated with Phrygia and Laodicea. In Revelation 3:18 it figuratively represents the spiritual sight needed to recognize one’s true condition.

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EYESERVICE

Christian Life • New Testament

Work performed only when a person is being watched. Paul contrasts such outward service with sincere service to Christ, urging servants to obey from the heart.

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Ezbai

People & Groups • Old Testament

Ezbai was the father of Naarai, one of David’s mighty men. He is mentioned in the list of David’s warriors.

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Ezbon

People & Groups • Old Testament

Ezbon is the name of several Old Testament men, including a son of Gad and a descendant of Benjamin. The name is also associated by some interpreters with Ibzan, a judge of Israel.

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Ezekias

People & Groups • New Testament

Ezekias is the Greek form of Hezekiah, the king of Judah, as the name appears in the genealogy of Jesus in Matthew. The name is also used for other persons in Greek forms of biblical records.

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Ezekiel

Prophecy • Old Testament

Ezekiel was a priest and prophet among the Jewish exiles in Babylonia. His prophetic ministry included visions, symbolic actions, warnings of Jerusalem’s judgment, promises of restoration, and visions concerning God’s kingdom and worship.

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Ezekiel, Book of

Scripture • Old Testament

The Book of Ezekiel contains the prophecies of Ezekiel, including his call, warnings against Judah and surrounding nations, and promises of restoration after Jerusalem’s destruction. Its later visions include renewed national life, the kingdom of God, and a restored sanctuary.

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Ezel

Places & Geography • Old Testament

Ezel was a stone or cairn near Saul’s residence, associated with the meeting and parting of David and Jonathan. The precise meaning and location of the name are uncertain because the text of the passage may be difficult.

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Ezem

Places & Geography • Old Testament

Ezem was a town in the extreme south of Judah assigned to the tribe of Simeon. It may be the same place as Azmon mentioned elsewhere in the territorial lists.

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This dictionary brings together information about the people, places, events, objects, words, and ideas encountered in Scripture.

Each article begins with material prepared for A Visit With Jesus. Where available, entries also include biblical usage, historical background, original-language information, Scripture references, related dictionary terms, and links to related Bible figures.

Many articles also preserve entries from classic Bible dictionaries, including Easton's, Smith's, and the International Standard Bible Encyclopedia. These historical sources are presented separately within the full article.

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