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.
CAMBYSES
Government & Society - Inter-testament
Cambyses was the older son of Cyrus and king of Persia. He conquered Egypt and ruled a large empire, but later faced revolts and died while returning to suppress the usurpation of one claiming to be his brother.
Camel
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
The camel was a major beast of burden and transport in the ancient Near East, especially the one-humped Arabian camel. It provided travel, carrying power, hair, milk, and leather, though its flesh was forbidden to Israel as unclean; Jesus used it in proverbs about wealth and hypocrisy.
CAMEL'S HAIR
Jewish Life & Customs - New Testament
Camel’s hair was the material associated with John the Baptist’s rough garment. The description emphasizes his austere, prophetic manner of life; the garment may have been made from camel hide or coarse camel hair.
Camon
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Camon was the place where Jair the judge was buried. It is traditionally associated with a location in Gilead, though another identification in the region of Carmel has also been proposed.
Camp
Government & Society - Old Testament
A camp was an encampment of Israel during the wilderness journeys, arranged around the tabernacle according to tribal divisions. After the conquest of Canaan, the term generally referred to a military encampment.
Camphire
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
Camphire is the henna plant, a fragrant shrub whose flowers were used for perfume and whose leaves produced a reddish dye. It is mentioned in the Song of Solomon as a pleasing and beautiful plant.
Cana
Places & Geography - New Testament
Cana of Galilee was the village where Jesus performed His first recorded miracle, changing water into wine at a wedding. It was also associated with another healing and was the home of Nathanael.
CANA, OF GALILEE
Places & Geography - New Testament
Cana of Galilee was the village where Jesus performed His first recorded miracle, turning water into wine at a wedding feast. It was also associated with Nathanael and lay in the uplands west of the Sea of Galilee.
Canaan
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Canaan was the name of Ham’s son and of the land occupied by his descendants. In the biblical period it generally referred to the land west of the Jordan promised by God to Abraham’s descendants and later possessed by Israel.
Canaan, The Land Of
Places & Geography - Old Testament
The land of Canaan was the region west of the Jordan and the Dead Sea, extending toward the Mediterranean. God promised this land to Abraham’s descendants and gave it to Israel as an inheritance.
Canaan, the language of
Original Language - Old Testament
“The language of Canaan” refers to the language spoken in the land of Canaan, substantially related to Hebrew. Isaiah uses the expression in a prophecy concerning the future worship of the Lord among the nations.
Canaanite
People & Groups - New Testament
Canaanite here translates a Syriac term identifying Simon as a member of the Jewish Zealot party, also called Simon Zelotes.
Canaanite, The
People & Groups - New Testament
The Canaanite was Simon the apostle, otherwise called Simon Zelotes. The designation refers to the Jewish Zealot faction, not descent from Canaan.
Canaanites
People & Groups - Old Testament
The Canaanites were the peoples descended from Canaan who occupied the land later given to Israel. They included numerous tribes and were known for trade, seafaring, and idolatrous worship.
Canaanites, The
People & Groups - Old Testament
The Canaanites may denote either the descendants of Canaan who inhabited the land or, in some contexts, merchants and traders.
CANALS
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Canals were the smaller, slower channels connected with the Nile’s irrigation system. In the account of the plagues, the term distinguishes these sluggish waterways from the main flowing streams of Egypt.
Cananaean
People & Groups - New Testament
Cananaean is the Revised Version form of Canaanite for Simon the apostle, identifying him with Simon Zelotes.
Candace
People & Groups - New Testament
Candace was a title used by successive queens of Ethiopia. Her treasurer heard the gospel from Philip and was baptized.
Candace, Or Candace
People & Groups - New Testament
Candace was the dynastic title of the queen of Ethiopia, or Meroe, whose treasurer became a Christian through Philip’s ministry.
Candle
Objects & Symbols - Both
A candle in Scripture generally refers to an ancient lamp or torch. It can symbolize conscience, faithful example, or prosperity.
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