OHOLAH
Oholah is a symbolic name used by Ezekiel for Samaria, representing the northern kingdom of Israel. The name may mean “her tent” or “tent-woman,” though its exact form and meaning are debated.
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OHOLIAB
Oholiab was a skilled Danite craftsman who assisted Bezalel in making the tabernacle, its furnishings, and its priestly and decorative work.
OHOLIBAMAH
Oholibamah was the name of one of Esau’s wives and also of an Edomite chief. The Biblical genealogical records appear to contain a difficulty concerning the woman’s identity and family connections.
Oil
The oil tree was a tree distinct from the ordinary olive in some biblical passages. It may refer to the oleaster, pine, or another oil-producing tree; its exact identification is uncertain.
Oil Tree
The oil tree was a biblical tree distinct from the cultivated olive, mentioned in connection with timber, branches, and the restoration of the wilderness. Its exact botanical identification is uncertain; translations have variously rendered the Hebrew term as oleaster, wild olive, or pine.
OIL, ANOINTING
The anointing oil was a holy mixture prescribed by God for consecrating the tabernacle, its furnishings, the altar, and the priests. It was reserved for sacred use and represented dedication to the Lord.
Ointment
An ointment was an oily or unctuous preparation mixed with spices, resins, or other aromatics. Ointments were used for medicine, personal fragrance, anointing, and worship; the holy anointing oil was used in tabernacle service.
Old gate
The Old Gate was a gate in the north wall of Jerusalem, mentioned in connection with the rebuilding of the city wall after the exile.
OLD MAN
The old man is Paul’s term for the unrenewed human nature corrupted by sin. Through union with Christ, believers are called to put off this former manner of life and live as new people in righteousness.
OLD PROPHET, THE
The old prophet of Bethel misled a man of God from Judah by falsely claiming a divine command. The narrative emphasizes that God judges disobedience, even in one who has received a genuine prophetic commission.
Old Testament
The Old Testament is the first major division of the Christian Scriptures, containing the writings of God’s covenant dealings with Israel before the coming of Jesus Christ.
Olive
An olive is the fruit of the olive tree, valued chiefly for its oil. Olives were cultivated widely in Palestine and were important in Israelite food, trade, worship, and daily life.
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