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There are literally hundreds of characters in the Old and New Testaments of the Bible. Here is a complete list of important biblical characters along with a brief note regarding their significance. Proposed symbolism of the Hebrew name is in parenthesis. Characters are grouped and categorized by their function in the biblical texts.
The list of great characters from the Old Testament would, no doubt, be a quite lengthy one. Hebrews 11 provides a record of some of the greatest and this series of lessons will focus on a few of them. From the age of Genesis through the long Exodus pilgrimage, into the Judges period and subsequent monarchy, all
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Sep 4, 2023 · The complete list of biblical names and their meanings. Abel - Breath, Vanity. Abraham - Father of a Multitude. Adam - Earth, Man. Ahab - Uncle, Brother of the Father. Amos - Burden, Burden-bearer. Andrew - Manly, Strong. Asher - Happy, Blessed. Asshur - Who is Upright, Who is Happy.
- Solomon
- Moses
- King David
- Esther
- Abraham
- Mary Magdalene
When talking about the Bible characters and their stories, we can’t fail to mention Solomon, the wisest king to rule on Earth. When Solomon became king he sought after God. God appeared to Solomon in a dream and allowed him to request whatever he wished. Solomon humbly asked for wisdom, knowing that anything earthly and temporal would be of no help...
According to the Book of Exodus, Moses was one of the greatest prophets and teachers. He is one of the most courageous characters in the Bible and his stories are filled with examples of what it means to be a true leader. However, when we turn to explore the Bible characters and their personalities we learn that Moses was in fact quite stubborn and...
David is arguably one of the most interesting Bible characters to study. He is a complex mix of both positive and negative traits which makes him easy to relate to. He is both a shepherd, a warrior, and a king who is both brave and has a kind heart. Through the biblical stories, we learn that David is strategic and disciplined, but also emotional a...
When turning to the female characters in the Bible and their characteristics, we find Esther, Persia’s compassionate queen. Esther was a breathtaking Jewish woman and her caregiver Mordecai took advantage of this. He placed her in the king’s palace, hoping the king would notice her. The king fell in love with Esther and chose her to be his queen. Q...
All of the biblical figures and their stories follow a distinct journey that we can translate into a lesson. The story of Abraham speaks of obedience, sacrifice, and love. Overall, when talking about Abraham, the first association that comes to mind is unwavering faith. Abraham embodies great strength and is not afraid to follow God’s path even whe...
All characters in the Bible play different roles, and one of the most prominent roles falls in the hands of Mary Magdalene. She plays an important role in the Christian church and is one of the few female disciples of Jesus. Through her character, we discover pure devotion and faith. Mary is believed to have been present both at the crucifixion and...
Jan 11, 2024 · Adam and Eve. Adam and Eve are two of the most well-known and significant characters in the Old Testament. As the first man and woman, they hold a special place in biblical history. According to the Book of Genesis, God created Adam from the dust of the earth and Eve was formed from Adam’s rib. They lived in the Garden of Eden, a paradise ...
KJV Bible Glossary & Dictionary. 3. ADAMANT- (Ez 3:9; Zech 7:12) ad'-a-mant (shamir(Ezekiel 3:9 Zechariah 7:12)): In the passages cited and in Jeremiah 17:1, where it is rendered "diamond" the word shamirevidently refers to a hard stone. The word adamant ("unconquerable") is used in the early Greek writers for a hard metal, perhaps steel, later ...
Abijah, the Lord is my father. Abijam, father of the sea. Abilene, the father of mourning. Abimael, a father sent from God. Abimelech, father of the king. Abinadab, father of a vow, or of willingness. Abinoam, father of beauty. Abiram, high father; father of deceit. Abishag, ignorance of the father.
