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.
Gaius
People & Groups - New Testament
Gaius was the name of several New Testament believers, including companions of Paul from Macedonia and Derbe, Paul’s host at Corinth, and the Christian addressed in John’s Third Epistle.
Galaad
Places & Geography - Inter-testament
Galaad is the Greek form of Gilead, the region east of the Jordan.
Galal
People & Groups - Old Testament
Galal was the name of two Levites mentioned among those serving in Jerusalem after the return from exile.
Galatia
Places & Geography - New Testament
Galatia was both a region of central Asia Minor and a Roman province that included several surrounding districts. Paul preached there, and churches were established among its inhabitants.
Galatians, Epistle to
Doctrine & Theology - New Testament
The Epistle to the Galatians is Paul’s letter defending his apostolic calling and teaching justification by faith rather than by works of the Mosaic law. It urges believers to stand firm in the freedom of the gospel and to live by the Spirit.
GALATIANS, EPISTLE TO THE
Doctrine & Theology - New Testament
Galatians is Paul’s letter defending his apostolic authority and the gospel of justification by faith in Christ rather than works of the law. It calls believers to Christian freedom and life by the Spirit.
Galatians, The Epistle To The
Doctrine & Theology - New Testament
The Epistle to the Galatians was written by Paul to churches troubled by teachers who urged circumcision and observance of Jewish rites. It proclaims the gospel of justification by faith and calls Christians to use their freedom in loving obedience.
Galbanum
Temple & Tabernacle - Old Testament
Galbanum was a fragrant gum resin used as an ingredient in Israel’s holy incense. Its strong aroma and bitter taste distinguished it from the other spices in the mixture.
Galeed
Law & Covenant - Old Testament
Galeed means “heap of witness.” It was the name Jacob gave to the heap of stones raised with Laban as a witness to their covenant and peaceful separation.
GALGALA
Places & Geography - Inter-testament
Galgala is the Greek form of Gilgal, mentioned in 1 Maccabees near Arbela in Galilee. The precise Gilgal intended is uncertain.
Galilean
People & Groups - New Testament
A Galilean was an inhabitant or native of Galilee. Jesus’ disciples were commonly identified as Galileans, and their regional accent could distinguish them from other Jews.
Galileans
People & Groups - New Testament
The Galileans were the inhabitants of Galilee, the northern region of Palestine. Several of Jesus’ apostles were Galileans, whose speech had a recognizable regional pronunciation.
Galilee
Places & Geography - Both
Galilee was the northern division of Palestine, traditionally divided into Upper and Lower Galilee. It was the home of Jesus for much of His earthly life and the principal setting for much of His ministry.
GALILEE, MOUNTAIN IN
Places & Geography - New Testament
The mountain in Galilee was the unnamed place where the risen Jesus met His disciples and commissioned them to make disciples of all nations. Its exact location is uncertain.
Galilee, Sea of
Places & Geography - Both
The Sea of Galilee is also called the Sea of Chinnereth, Lake of Gennesareth, and Sea of Tiberias. It was a freshwater lake where Jesus taught, called disciples, stilled a storm, performed miracles, and appeared after His resurrection.
Gall
Objects & Symbols - Both
“Gall” can refer to bile, the venom of serpents, or a bitter and poisonous substance or plant. At Jesus’ crucifixion, He was offered vinegar mingled with gall, but refused to drink it.
GALLANT
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
Gallant means splendid, mighty, excellent, or majestic. In Isaiah it describes a powerful or stately ship, while related uses refer to nobles, mighty ones, or the Lord’s majesty.
Gallery
Temple & Tabernacle - Old Testament
A gallery was a long, narrow balcony, colonnade, passageway, or terraced structure in biblical architecture. The term is especially associated with the galleries described in Ezekiel’s vision of the temple.
Galley
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
A galley was a type of ship or boat propelled or assisted by oars. The Bible’s references are treated under ships and boats.
Gallim
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Gallim was the name of a place associated with Phalti, to whom Michal was given, and mentioned by Isaiah among the towns alarmed by the Assyrian advance. Its exact location is uncertain.
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