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.
Akan
People & Groups - Old Testament
Akan was a son of Ezer and a Horite chieftain descended from Seir. He is called Jaakan in 1 Chronicles.
Akeldama
Places & Geography - New Testament
Akeldama means “field of blood.” It was the field associated with Judas’s betrayal of Jesus and the purchase of a burial place for strangers.
Akkub
People & Groups - Old Testament
Akkub was the name of several men, including a descendant of David, a Levite temple porter, and an ancestor of temple servants who returned from Babylon.
AKRABATTINE
Places & Geography - Inter-testament
Akrabattine was a place in Idumea where Judas Maccabee defeated the descendants of Esau.
Akrabbim
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Akrabbim, meaning “scorpions,” was an ascent or pass near the southwest end of the Dead Sea. It marked part of the southern boundary of Judah and Israel’s land.
Alabaster
Objects & Symbols - New Testament
Alabaster was used for small perfume vessels. In the Gospels, a woman broke such a vessel and poured costly ointment on Jesus.
Alameth
People & Groups - Old Testament
Alameth was a son of Becher and grandson of Benjamin. The name is also connected with the Benjaminite town later called Alemeth or Allemeth.
Alammelech
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Alammelech was a place within the territory allotted to Asher, mentioned between Achshaph and Amad.
Alamoth
Worship & Prayer - Old Testament
Alamoth means “virgins” and was a musical term. It probably indicated singing by high or soprano voices, or possibly a particular melody or instrument.
Alarm
Worship & Prayer - Old Testament
An alarm was a trumpet signal or shouted summons used to break camp, begin a journey, call Israel to battle, or express distress. Silver trumpets also gathered the people for worship.
ALBEIT
Other - New Testament
Albeit is an archaic conjunction meaning although or notwithstanding. In Philemon it introduces a qualification in Paul’s appeal.
ALCIMUS
People & Groups - Inter-testament
Alcimus was a high priest during the Maccabean period, serving under Syrian political support. He opposed the Maccabees, acted cruelly toward the Jews, and died after regaining the office.
ALCOVE
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
An alcove was possibly a large tent or pavilion occupied by a prince. The term is associated with the tent in which an Israelite woman was killed.
ALEMA
Places & Geography - Inter-testament
Alema was a town in Gilead mentioned during the Maccabean wars. It was besieged by hostile nations and probably relieved during Judas Maccabee’s campaign.
Alemeth
People & Groups - Old Testament
Alemeth was the name of several Benjaminites, including descendants of Becher and of Saul’s family. It was also the name of a Levitical city, called Almon in Joshua.
ALEPH
Original Language - Old Testament
Aleph is the first letter of the Hebrew alphabet. It is nearly silent, represents the number one, and is also used as a symbol for the Codex Sinaiticus.
Alexander
People & Groups - New Testament
Alexander was the name of several New Testament men, including a son of Simon of Cyrene, a relative of Annas, an Ephesian speaker, and opponents of Paul’s teaching.
ALEXANDER BALAS
People & Groups - Inter-testament
Alexander Balas seized the Syrian throne during a civil conflict and gained Maccabean support by appointing Jonathan high priest. His reign helped strengthen the political position of the Maccabean family.
Alexander Iii
Government & Society - Old Testament
Alexander III, known as Alexander the Great, was king of Macedonia and conquered the Persian Empire, including Syria and Palestine. His rapid conquests and divided empire are reflected in Daniel’s prophecies.
Alexander the Great
Government & Society - Old Testament
Alexander the Great was the Macedonian conqueror whose empire succeeded the Persian kingdom described in Daniel. After his death, his empire was divided among four generals.
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