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.
Arphaxad
People & Groups - Old Testament
Arphaxad was a son of Shem and an ancestor in the genealogical line leading to Abraham. In Judith, the name also refers to a king of the Medes who was defeated by Nebuchadnezzar.
ARRAY
Government & Society - Both
Array means either clothing someone is dressed in or the orderly arrangement of an army for battle. Scripture uses the term for garments, splendid apparel, and military formation.
ARREST, AND TRIAL OF JESUS
Jesus Christ - New Testament
The arrest and trial of Jesus refers to the events in which Jesus was seized, examined by Jewish authorities, and delivered to Roman judgment before His crucifixion.
ARRIVE
Other - New Testament
To arrive originally meant to reach the shore, but in biblical usage it means to come to a place or attain a goal. The New Testament can use it figuratively for reaching or obtaining something.
ARROGANCY
Sin & Judgment - Old Testament
Arrogancy is excessive pride expressed in boastful or insolent behavior. Scripture condemns it as contrary to humility and associated with opposition to God.
Arrows
Objects & Symbols - Both
Arrows were weapons made from reeds or wood and commonly tipped with metal. Scripture also uses arrows figuratively for lightning, calamity, disease, sudden danger, and hurtful words.
ARROWSNAKE
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
Arrowsnake is a traditional translation of an uncertain Hebrew word in Isaiah 34:15. It may refer to a darting snake, though some interpreters think the passage describes a bird.
ARSACES
Government & Society - Inter-testament
Arsaces was the title used by the Parthian kings. In 1 Maccabees it refers especially to the Parthian ruler who defeated and imprisoned Demetrius Nicator before later releasing him.
Artaxerxes
People & Groups - Old Testament
Artaxerxes was the Greek name of one or more Persian kings mentioned in Ezra and Nehemiah. Under Artaxerxes, Ezra led Jews back to Jerusalem, and Nehemiah received permission to rebuild the city’s walls.
Artemas
People & Groups - New Testament
Artemas was a companion and trusted co-worker of Paul. Paul considered sending him to Titus in Crete.
Artificer
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
An artificer was a skilled worker or craftsman engaged in manual occupation. Biblical examples include workers in metal and other forms of craftsmanship.
Artillery
Objects & Symbols - Old Testament
In older English usage, artillery could mean weapons or military equipment generally. In 1 Samuel it refers to Jonathan’s bow and arrows and is rendered “weapons” in modern versions.
Aruboth
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Aruboth was one of Solomon’s administrative districts. It included Socoh and was probably a fertile agricultural region supplying provisions for the royal household.
Arumah
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Arumah was a place near Shechem where Abimelech lived after being driven from Shechem. Its precise location is uncertain, though a site southeast of Shechem has been suggested.
Arvad
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Arvad was a Phoenician island city off the coast of Syria. Its inhabitants supplied sailors and soldiers for Tyre and were known as Arvadites.
Arvadite
People & Groups - Old Testament
An Arvadite was an inhabitant of Arvad, the Phoenician island city whose people served as sailors and soldiers for Tyre.
Arza
People & Groups - Old Testament
Arza was a steward or official associated with Elah, king of Israel, at Tirzah. Zimri killed Elah while the king was drinking in Arza’s house.
AS
Other - Both
As is a conjunction or adverb expressing likeness, limitation, time, cause, concession, or illustration. It frequently introduces comparisons and quotations such as “as it is written.”
Asa
People & Groups - Old Testament
Asa was the third king of Judah, noted for removing idols and promoting the worship of the Lord. His reign was generally prosperous, though later he relied on Syria and sought physicians without seeking the Lord.
Asahel
People & Groups - Old Testament
Asahel was David’s nephew and the brother of Joab and Abishai. Known for his speed, he pursued Abner and was killed by him; another Asahel served in later religious and administrative duties.
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