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.
Armlet
Jewish Life & Customs - Both
An armlet was an ornament worn around the upper arm, especially by women and persons of rank. It could also serve as a sign of distinction or royalty.
Armoni
People & Groups - Old Testament
Armoni was one of Saul’s sons by Rizpah. David delivered him and another son of Saul to the Gibeonites, who put them to death in retribution.
ARMOR-BEARER
Government & Society - Old Testament
An armor-bearer carried the shield and weapons of a king, commander, captain, or champion. Such attendants could also assist their leaders in battle or in moments of death.
ARMORY
Objects & Symbols - Old Testament
An armory was a storehouse for valuable goods or weapons. Scripture also uses the image figuratively for God’s stored-up judgments and describes a royal arsenal where shields were kept.
Armour
Objects & Symbols - Both
Armour means the weapons and protective equipment used by soldiers, including swords, spears, bows, shields, helmets, body armor, and greaves. Paul also uses a soldier’s armor figuratively to describe God’s provision for spiritual steadfastness.
Armour-bearer
People & Groups - Old Testament
An armour-bearer was a trusted officer who carried a king’s or commander’s weapons and stood beside him in danger. Several biblical warriors served in this role.
Armoury
Government & Society - Old Testament
An armoury was a place where weapons and military equipment were stored. David maintained and dedicated collections of arms, while later references speak of national storehouses.
Arms, Armor
Objects & Symbols - Both
Arms and armor comprise the offensive and defensive equipment used in warfare. Biblical examples include swords, spears, bows, arrows, slings, shields, helmets, and body protection.
Army
Government & Society - Both
An army is an organized body of people prepared for warfare. Israel’s forces were arranged by tribes, families, and numbered units, while kings later established professional troops, bodyguards, chariots, and cavalry.
ARMY, ROMAN
Government & Society - New Testament
The Roman army consisted of legions, auxiliary troops, imperial guards, provincial forces, and fleets. New Testament references include centurions, cohorts, military escorts, and soldiers stationed in Judea who encountered Jesus, Peter, and Paul.
Arnan
People & Groups - Old Testament
Arnan was a descendant of David and the founder or head of a family listed in the genealogy of Zerubbabel.
Arni
People & Groups - New Testament
Arni is the form used in some manuscripts of Luke’s genealogy for an ancestor of Jesus. It corresponds to Aram or Ram in related genealogical lists.
Arnon
Places & Geography - Old Testament
The Arnon was a river east of the Jordan and the southern boundary of Israel’s territory beyond Jordan. It separated Moab from the Amorites and later marked the boundary of Reuben.
Arod
People & Groups - Old Testament
Arod was a son of Gad. His descendants were called the Arodites, and he is called Arodi in Genesis.
Arodi
People & Groups - Old Testament
Arodi is another form of Arod, the son of Gad and ancestor of the Arodites.
Arodites
People & Groups - Old Testament
The Arodites were descendants of Arod, a son of Gad.
Aroer
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Aroer was the name of several places: a city north of the Arnon, a town in Gilead near Rabbah, and a city in southern Judah. These sites were associated with Israelite, Moabite, and Davidic history.
Aroerite
People & Groups - Old Testament
An Aroerite was a native of Aroer. Hotham the Aroerite was the father of two of David’s warriors.
Arpad
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Arpad was a Syrian city or district associated with Hamath and Damascus. It was conquered by the Assyrians after resistance and is mentioned in prophetic warnings against the nations.
Arpad, Or Arphad
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Arpad, or Arphad, was a strong Syrian city or district apparently dependent on Damascus. It is repeatedly mentioned in Assyrian threats against the kingdoms of Syria and Judah.
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