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.
Andronicus
People & Groups - New Testament
Andronicus was a Jewish Christian related to Paul and once imprisoned with him. Paul describes him and Junias as respected among the apostles and believers in Christ before Paul himself.
Anem
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Anem was a Levitical city in the territory of Issachar, assigned to the Gershonites. It is associated with En-gannim and was known for its springs.
Aner
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Aner was an Amorite chief who helped Abraham pursue Chedorlaomer. The name also belonged to a city in Manasseh assigned to the Kohathite Levites.
Anethothite
People & Groups - Old Testament
Anethothite means an inhabitant of Anathoth, the Benjaminite and Levitical town. The term is a variant spelling of Anathothite.
ANETOTHITE
People & Groups - Old Testament
Anetothite is an older form of Anathothite, meaning an inhabitant of Anathoth.
Angel
Angels & Spiritual Beings - Both
An angel is a messenger or servant sent by God. Scripture presents angels as heavenly spiritual beings who worship God, serve His purposes, assist His people, announce divine messages, and participate in judgment.
Angel Of The Lord
Angels & Spiritual Beings - Old Testament
The Angel of the Lord is a special divine messenger appearing in several Old Testament narratives. The passages distinguish and yet closely associate this messenger with God’s own presence and activity.
Angels
Angels & Spiritual Beings - Both
Angels are heavenly spiritual servants created by God, numerous and powerful, who worship Him and carry out His will. They minister to God’s people, announce His purposes, and will serve in the final judgment; fallen angels oppose God and await judgment.
ANGELS OF THE SEVEN CHURCHES
Angels & Spiritual Beings - New Testament
The angels of the seven churches in Revelation may represent heavenly messengers, the churches’ leaders, or the churches themselves in symbolic form. The passage does not settle the precise identity, but presents them as recipients of Christ’s messages.
Anger
Sin & Judgment - Both
Anger is displeasure arising in response to perceived evil. It is not necessarily sinful, but becomes wrong when it is causeless, excessive, vindictive, or prolonged; God’s anger signifies His holy opposition to sin.
ANGLE
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
An angle was a hook used by fishermen, including those fishing in the Nile. Scripture also uses the image of taking people with a hook or angle to portray the wicked capturing and devouring others.
ANGUISH
Sin & Judgment - Both
Anguish is extreme distress or suffering of body, mind, or spirit. Scripture uses the term for physical pain, grief, oppression, anxiety, and the deep distress associated with sin and affliction.
Aniam
People & Groups - Old Testament
Aniam was a descendant of Manasseh and a son of Shemidah. He is mentioned in the genealogy of the tribe of Manasseh.
Anim
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Anim was a city in the hill country of Judah, listed near Eshtemoa and Goshen. Its name is associated with springs, and its site is commonly identified south of Hebron.
Animal
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
Animals are living creatures included in biblical laws concerning clean and unclean foods. Clean animals could be eaten and offered in sacrifice, while the Law specified classes considered unclean.
Anise
Agriculture & Daily Life - New Testament
Anise, mentioned by Jesus in His rebuke of the Pharisees, was probably dill or a closely related aromatic plant. The Pharisees carefully tithed it while neglecting the weightier matters of the Law.
ANKLE
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
The ankle is the joint of the foot and leg. Biblical references also describe shallow water reaching the ankles and ornaments or chains worn around the ankles.
Anklet
Objects & Symbols - Old Testament
Anklets were ornaments worn around the ankles, commonly made of materials like those used for bracelets. Their movement produced a jingling sound and they are mentioned in Isaiah’s description of proud luxury.
Anna
People & Groups - New Testament
Anna was an aged widow and prophetess from the tribe of Asher who worshiped and fasted in the temple. She recognized the infant Jesus and spoke about Him to those awaiting Jerusalem’s redemption.
Annas
People & Groups - New Testament
Annas was a former high priest who retained great influence among the Jewish priestly leaders. Jesus was first questioned before him after His arrest, and Annas was later present when Peter and John were examined.
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