Ono
Ono was a town in Benjamin, situated in the plain of Ono near Lydda. Nehemiah refused repeated invitations to meet opponents there because they intended to harm him.
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Onycha
Onycha was an aromatic substance used as an ingredient in the sacred incense prescribed for Israel’s worship. It was probably the fragrant operculum, or covering, of a marine shellfish.
Onyx
Onyx was a precious stone, or possibly a related variety of gem, used in the high priest’s breastplate and ephod. It was also counted among valuable stones in Scripture.
OPEN
To open means to uncover, unclose, or make accessible, whether referring to eyes, mouths, doors, heavens, or understanding. Scripture also says that all things are laid open before God.
Open place
“Open place” refers either to Enaim, where Tamar sat, or possibly to a threshing floor near the gate of Samaria. The expression reflects differing translations of the Hebrew text.
OPERATION
Operation means work, activity, or effective power. Scripture uses it for God’s creative work, the Spirit’s working through spiritual gifts, and God’s power in raising Christ and bringing believers to new life.
Ophel
Ophel was a fortified hill or slope south of the temple mount in Jerusalem, between the central valley and the Kidron. It was strengthened by Judah’s kings and inhabited in part by temple servants.
Ophir
Ophir was a region or trading center famous for its fine gold and other valuable goods. Solomon’s ships traveled there, but its exact geographical location remains uncertain.
Ophni
Ophni was a town in the territory of Benjamin. It is commonly identified with Jifna, northwest of Bethel, though the identification is not certain.
Ophrah
Ophrah was the name of two Old Testament places: a town in Benjamin and the city of Gideon’s family in Manasseh. Gideon built an altar there and later set up an ephod that became a snare.
OPPRESSION
Oppression is the violent or unjust misuse of power against others, especially the poor, weak, strangers, or afflicted. The prophets repeatedly condemned it, and the New Testament warns against harsh control and favoritism.
Oracle
An oracle may mean a divine utterance or the Word of God. In the Old Testament it also refers to the Most Holy Place of the temple, while the New Testament uses the plural for God’s revealed words.
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