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.
Alexandria
Places & Geography - Both
Alexandria was the great city of Egypt founded by Alexander the Great. It had a large Jewish population, a famous library, and was associated with the Greek translation of the Old Testament; Apollos was a native of the city.
Alexandria, Or Alexandria
Places & Geography - Both
Alexandria was a major Egyptian port and center of Jewish, Greek, and Christian life. Jews from the city had a synagogue in Jerusalem, and the city was associated with the Septuagint translation.
Alexandrians
People & Groups - New Testament
Alexandrians were Jews from Alexandria who had a synagogue in Jerusalem. They were among those who disputed with Stephen.
Algum
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
Algum is another name for almug, a valuable wood brought from Ophir for Solomon’s temple, palace, and musical instruments.
Algum Or Almug Trees
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
Algum, or almug, was a valuable imported wood used in Solomon’s temple and palace and for making musical instruments. It is often identified with sandalwood, though the exact species is uncertain.
Aliah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Aliah was an Edomite chief or clan head. The name appears in Chronicles for the person called Alvah in Genesis.
Alian
People & Groups - Old Testament
Alian was a descendant of Esau through Shobal. He is called Alvan in Genesis, and is distinct from Aliah.
Alien
Jewish Life & Customs - Both
An alien was a foreigner or sojourner living among another people. In the New Testament, the term also describes those alienated from God and outside the blessings of Christ.
ALIENATE
Salvation - Both
To alienate is to estrange, separate, or transfer away. Scripture applies it to marital estrangement, the diversion of property, and humanity’s separation from God.
ALIVE
Doctrine & Theology - Both
Alive means living, whether physically, spiritually, or in resurrection life. Scripture speaks of the living God, Christ alive after His resurrection, and believers being alive unto God.
ALL
Other - Both
All can mean the whole of something, everyone, everything, or a large part, depending on context. Biblical usage sometimes employs it broadly rather than as an absolute mathematical statement.
ALLAMMELECH
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Allammelech was a town in the territory of Asher. Its exact location is unknown.
ALLAY
Christian Life - Old Testament
To allay is to calm, soothe, or reduce disturbance. Scripture observes that gentleness can pacify great offenses.
ALLEGE
Scripture - New Testament
To allege, in older biblical English, meant to set forth or demonstrate rather than merely assert an unproved claim. Paul alleged or explained the scriptural case for Christ.
ALLEGIANCE
Government & Society - Old Testament
Allegiance means loyalty and fidelity. In Scripture it can describe keeping the charge of a household or maintaining faithful association with a ruler or family.
Allegory
Scripture - Both
An allegory is an extended figurative representation in which persons, events, or objects convey a further meaning. Scripture uses allegorical language in places such as Psalm 80 and Galatians 4, while interpretation should remain grounded in the biblical text.
Alleluia
Worship & Prayer - Both
Alleluia is the Greek form of Hallelujah, meaning “praise the Lord.” It is used in songs of praise, especially in the Psalms and in heaven’s worship in Revelation.
ALLEMETH
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Allemeth was a town in Benjamin given to the sons of Aaron. It is identified with Almon and was located near Anathoth.
Alliance
Law & Covenant - Both
An alliance is a treaty or covenant between individuals or nations. Biblical alliances were confirmed by oaths, sacrifices, feasts, salt, gifts, or memorial stones, and faithfulness to them was considered binding.
Alliances
Law & Covenant - Both
Alliances were agreements between Israel and other peoples for peace, trade, military aid, or mutual advantage. They were often sealed by oath, sacrifice, a feast, or a covenant memorial.
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