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.
Agee, Or Agee
People & Groups - Old Testament
Agee was a Hararite, father of Shammah, one of David’s three mighty warriors.
AGES, ROCK OF
God - Old Testament
“Rock of Ages” is a title applied to Yahweh as the enduring foundation and strength of His people. It encourages trust in God’s permanence and protection.
AGONE
Other - Old Testament
Agone is an obsolete form of “ago,” meaning previously or before the present time. It occurs in the account of David’s encounter with the Egyptian servant.
Agony
Jesus Christ - New Testament
Agony describes intense struggle and suffering. In Scripture it especially refers to Jesus’ profound anguish and prayer in Gethsemane before His crucifixion.
AGRARIAN LAWS
Law & Covenant - Old Testament
Agrarian laws governed Israel’s land, including the sabbatical year and Jubilee. They required rest for the land, protected the poor, and provided for the return or redemption of family property.
AGREE
Christian Life - New Testament
To agree means to share the same mind, reach mutual understanding, or be in harmony. In prayer, agreement describes united petition brought into harmony with God’s will.
Agriculture
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
Agriculture is the cultivation of land, including plowing, sowing, harvesting, threshing, vineyards, orchards, and raising animals. It formed a major part of Israel’s life and its covenant responsibilities.
Agrippa
People & Groups - New Testament
Agrippa is a name associated with the Herodian rulers mentioned in the New Testament.
Agrippa I.
People & Groups - New Testament
Agrippa I was the Herodian king who persecuted the early church, killed James, imprisoned Peter, and died at Caesarea under divine judgment.
Agrippa II.
People & Groups - New Testament
Agrippa II was the Herodian ruler before whom Paul gave his defense. He governed territories in the region and heard the apostle’s testimony concerning Christ.
Ague
Sin & Judgment - Old Testament
Ague refers to a burning fever, probably including the malarial fever common in parts of the biblical land. It is listed among diseases threatened for disobedience.
Agur
People & Groups - Old Testament
Agur was a wise man whose sayings are recorded in Proverbs 30. His prayer asks for neither poverty nor riches but for a balanced life of dependence on God.
Ah!
Other - Both
“Ah!” is an exclamation expressing sorrow, distress, or regret in biblical speech.
Aha!
Other - Both
“Aha!” is an exclamation that may express ridicule or triumph, and in some contexts joyful surprise.
Ahab
People & Groups - Old Testament
Ahab was king of Israel and husband of Jezebel. He promoted Baal worship, opposed God’s prophets, and permitted Naboth’s unjust death; Scripture presents him as a notably wicked ruler.
AHAB AND ZEDEKIAH
Prophecy - Old Testament
Ahab and Zedekiah were false prophets in Babylon whom Jeremiah condemned for prophesying falsely and behaving immorally. Nebuchadnezzar executed them by burning them in the fire.
Aharah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Aharah was a son or descendant of Benjamin listed in the genealogies. The name may be related to Ahiram or Aher.
AHARAHEL
People & Groups - Old Testament
Ahar ahel was a son of Harum from the tribe of Judah. His name appears in the genealogical record of 1 Chronicles.
Aharhel
People & Groups - Old Testament
Aharhel was a name occurring in an obscure Judahite genealogy in 1 Chronicles 4:8.
Ahasai
People & Groups - Old Testament
Ahasai was a priest and ancestor of Maasiai. He is identified with Ahzai, and is called Jahzerah in a parallel genealogy.
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