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.
CHRIST, THE EXALTATION OF
Jesus Christ - New Testament
The exaltation of Christ is the glorious condition into which Jesus entered after His suffering and earthly ministry. It includes His resurrection, ascension, session at God’s right hand, universal lordship, and future return as Judge and consummator of redemption.
Christian
Christian Life - New Testament
Christian means a follower or adherent of Christ. The disciples were first called Christians at Antioch, and the name appears in the New Testament as a recognized designation for believers in Jesus.
CHRISTIANITY
Doctrine & Theology - New Testament
Christianity is the faith and life arising from Jesus Christ, whom believers confess as the Messiah, risen Lord, and Redeemer. It centers on reconciliation with God, forgiveness of sins, new spiritual life, and obedient love through Christ.
Christs, False
Prophecy - New Testament
False Christs are impostors who claim to be the Messiah or present themselves as God’s promised deliverer. Jesus warned that such deceivers would arise and might use impressive signs to lead people astray.
Chronicles
Scripture - Old Testament
Chronicles are records of events arranged in time, especially official or public records of kings and kingdoms. Scripture refers to such records as sources for historical accounts.
Chronicles of king David
Scripture - Old Testament
The Chronicles of King David were official records containing statistical and administrative information about David’s reign. They were among the sources consulted for later historical accounts.
Chronicles, Books of
Scripture - Old Testament
The Books of Chronicles summarize sacred history from Adam through the return from Babylon, emphasizing genealogies, David, Solomon, Judah, the temple, and worship. They were originally one work and are divided into two books.
Chronicles, First And Second Books Of
Scripture - Old Testament
First and Second Chronicles form a historical work that traces Israel’s genealogies to David, records David’s reign, follows the kings of Judah, and concludes with the return from captivity. The books emphasize the temple and covenant worship.
Chronology
Scripture - Both
Chronology is the arrangement of events according to time. Biblical dates are reckoned in different ways, including from the Exodus, the reigns of kings, and the return from exile, so exact systems may differ.
CHRONOLOGY OF THE NEW TESTAMENT
Scripture - New Testament
The chronology of the New Testament studies the dates and sequence of Jesus’ life and the apostolic age. It considers events such as His birth, baptism, ministry, crucifixion, resurrection, the growth of the church, and the ministries of the apostles.
CHRONOLOGY OF THE OLD TESTAMENT
Scripture - Old Testament
The chronology of the Old Testament arranges the dates and periods recorded or indicated in Scripture, from the patriarchal age through the kingdoms, exile, and restoration. Because biblical dates are often comparative and difficult to harmonize, the subject requires careful attention to Scripture and historical evidence.
Chryoprase
Objects & Symbols - New Testament
Chryoprase is a precious stone named as the tenth foundation stone of the New Jerusalem in John’s vision. Its exact identification with a modern mineral is uncertain.
Chrysolite
Objects & Symbols - New Testament
Chrysolite is one of the precious stones forming the foundations of the heavenly Jerusalem. The ancient name may refer to a yellow or golden stone, though its precise modern identification is uncertain.
Chrysoprasus
Objects & Symbols - New Testament
Chrysoprasus is a greenish-golden precious stone listed among the foundation stones of the heavenly Jerusalem. Its color was compared with leek juice or gold-tinted green.
Chrysprasus
Objects & Symbols - New Testament
Chrysprasus is a Latin form of Chrysoprasus, the precious greenish-golden stone mentioned among the foundations of the heavenly Jerusalem.
Chub
People & Groups - Old Testament
Chub was a people allied with Egypt during the time of Nebuchadnezzar. They were probably from northern Africa or regions near Egypt.
Chun
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Chun was a city belonging to Hadarezer, king of Syria. David took bronze or copper from it for use in the temple; it is probably the Berothai or Berothah mentioned elsewhere.
Church
Christian Life - Both
The church is the assembly or community belonging to Christ. In the New Testament it may mean a local congregation, the worldwide body of believers, or the redeemed people united to Christ as His body and bride.
CHURCH GOVERNMENT
Government & Society - New Testament
New Testament church government concerns the order and oversight of local churches. Scripture presents organized congregations with elders or overseers and deacons, responsible for worship, discipline, teaching, ordinances, and their own affairs while cooperating with other churches.
Churl
Christian Life - Old Testament
Churl in Scripture describes a crafty or miserly person, while churlish describes someone harsh, rough, or ill-natured. Nabal is an example of the latter character.
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