Oak
An oath is a solemn appeal to God as witness to the truth of a statement or the keeping of a promise. Scripture condemns false and profane swearing while recognizing proper solemn oaths.
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OAK OF TABOR
The Oak of Tabor is the traditional translation of a place mentioned in 1 Samuel 10:3. The particular tree or terebinth intended is unknown.
Oath
Obadiah, meaning “servant of the LORD,” was the name of several Israelites, including Ahab’s faithful steward, various leaders, and the prophet who proclaimed judgment against Edom.
Obadiah
The Book of Obadiah is the shortest Old Testament book. It announces judgment on Edom for violence against Judah and looks forward to the restoration of Israel and the LORD’s kingdom.
Obadiah, Book of
Obal was a son of Joktan and is also called Ebal in Chronicles. He was regarded as an ancestor of an Arab tribe.
Obal
Obed was the son of Boaz and Ruth, the father of Jesse, and the grandfather of David. Other men named Obed are also listed in Chronicles.
Obed
Obed-Edom was associated with the keeping and service of the ark. The ark brought blessing to his household, and later references identify him with Levitical gatekeepers and temple ministers.
Obed-Edom
Obededom is a shortened form of Obed-Edom, meaning “servant of Edom.” The name is associated with a man whose household received the ark and with Levitical temple servants.
Obededom
Obeisance is a bow or prostrate gesture showing respect, submission, or homage. In Scripture it may describe deference to a person or worship before God.
OBEDIENCE OF CHRIST
The obedience of Christ was His complete, sinless submission to the Father, culminating in His suffering and death on the cross. Through this obedient work, He fulfilled His saving mission and became the source and example of salvation for His people.
OBELISK
An obelisk is a sacred standing stone or pillar. In many Old Testament passages, the term represents the Hebrew word for a pillar, especially one associated with pagan worship and forbidden religious practices.
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