Bible Dictionary
Explore biblical words, places, people, doctrines, and prophetic terms through Scripture.
The First7 Bible Dictionary contains biblical words, places, people, doctrines, and prophetic terms explained through Scripture. Browse definitions alphabetically from A to Z.
116 Terms
A
Abomination
Something regarded as detestable, hateful, or greatly offensive.
Deuteronomy 7:25-26 • Proverbs 6:16-19 • Proverbs 11:1
Altar
A place of sacrifice, worship, or offering dedicated to God.
Genesis 8:20 • Genesis 12:7 • Exodus 20:24
Anakim
a people described in Scripture as being of great size or stature
Numbers 13:33 • Deuteronomy 9:2 • Joshua 11:21-22
Angel
a messenger
Genesis 19 • Daniel 9 • Matthew 1
Anointing
the act of applying oil or ointment to a person or object
Exodus 30 • 1 Samuel 16:13 • Psalm 23:5
Apostasy
a falling away from truth, faith, or previously held beliefs
2 Thessalonians 2:3 • 1 Timothy 4:1 • Hebrews 3:12
Apostle
one who is sent as a messenger or representative
Matthew 10:2 • Luke 6:13 • Acts 1:26
Armor
protective equipment worn to guard the body in battle
1 Samuel 17 • Isaiah 59:17 • Ephesians 6
Army
an organized group of people trained and equipped for warfare or defense
Exodus 12:41 • Joshua 5:13-15 • 1 Samuel 17
Authority
the power or right to make decisions, give orders, and enforce rules
Matthew 8:9 • Matthew 28:18 • Romans 13:1
B
Battle
a fight or armed conflict between opposing forces
Exodus 17 • 1 Samuel 17 • 2 Chronicles 20
Beast
an animal, especially a large or wild animal
Genesis 1:24 • Psalm 50:10 • Daniel 7
Blessing
a benefit, favor, gift, or expression of goodwill
Genesis 12:2 • Genesis 27 • Numbers 6:24-26
Bondage
a condition of slavery, captivity, restraint, or lack of freedom
Exodus 1 • Exodus 13:3 • Galatians 5:1
Book
a collection of written pages containing information, records, or writings
Daniel 7:10 • Daniel 12:1 • Revelation 5
Branch
a part of a tree or plant that grows from the trunk or stem
Isaiah 4:2 • Jeremiah 23:5 • Zechariah 3:8
Bride
a woman who is about to be married or has recently been married
Isaiah 62:5 • Matthew 25 • Revelation 19
C
Calling
an invitation, summons, vocation, or assignment
Romans 8:28 • Romans 11:29 • Ephesians 4:1
Canaan
an ancient land located in the region later inhabited by the Israelites
Genesis 12 • Genesis 15 • Numbers 13
Candlestick
a stand or holder designed to support a lamp or candle
Exodus 25 • Zechariah 4 • Revelation 1
Carnal
relating to the physical body, flesh, or physical desires rather than spiritual matters
Romans 8 • 1 Corinthians 3 • 2 Corinthians 10
Comforter
one who gives comfort, encouragement, support, or consolation
John 14:16 • John 14:26 • John 15:26
Conscience
an inner awareness that evaluates actions, conduct, and decisions
Romans 2:15 • 1 Corinthians 8:7 • 1 Timothy 1:5
Conversion
the act or process of changing from one state, condition, belief, or form to another
Psalm 51:13 • Isaiah 6 • Acts 3:19
Covenant
a formal agreement or promise between two parties
Genesis 15 • Exodus 24 • Jeremiah 31
Creation
the act of bringing something into existence or the thing that has been made
Genesis 1 • Psalm 19:1 • Romans 1:20
Crown
a decorative headpiece worn as a symbol of rank, achievement, or honor
Revelation 4:4 • Revelation 6:2 • Revelation 12:1
D
Deception
the act of causing someone to believe something that is not true
Genesis 3 • Jeremiah 17:9 • Matthew 24:4
Deliverance
the act of being rescued, freed, or released from danger, difficulty, or captivity
Exodus 14 • Psalm 34:17 • Psalm 107
Desolation
a state of emptiness, devastation, ruin, or abandonment
Daniel 9:27 • Daniel 11:31 • Daniel 12:11
Discernment
the ability to recognize, distinguish, or judge between different things
1 Kings 3:9 • Proverbs 2 • Hebrews 5:14
Disciple
a follower, learner, or student who follows a teacher
Matthew 4:19 • Matthew 28:19 • Luke 14:27
Discipline
training that develops self-control, obedience, skill, or orderly behavior
Proverbs 3 • Proverbs 12 • Hebrews 12
Dragon
a large reptilian or serpent-like creature found in legends, literature, and symbolic imagery
Psalm 74:13 • Isaiah 27:1 • Revelation 12
E
Eagle
a large bird of prey known for its strength, vision, and flight
Exodus 19:4 • Isaiah 40:31 • Ezekiel 17
Encounter
an unexpected or significant meeting, experience, or event involving a person, place, or situation
Genesis 32 • Exodus 3 • Isaiah 6
Enemy
a person, group, or force that opposes, harms, or acts against another
Exodus 23:22 • Psalm 23:5 • Matthew 5:44
Exhortation
encouragement, instruction, or an appeal urging someone toward a course of action
Acts 13:15 • Romans 12:8 • Hebrews 13:22
F
Faith
complete trust or confidence in someone or something
Hebrews 11:1 • Romans 10:17 • Ephesians 2:8
Fast
moving or capable of moving quickly; also a period of abstaining from food, drink, or certain activities
Esther 4:16 • Isaiah 58 • Matthew 6:16
Fear
an emotional response to danger, threat, uncertainty, or risk
Genesis 32:7 • Psalm 27:1 • Proverbs 1:7
Fellowship
friendly association, companionship, participation, or sharing with others
Acts 2:42 • 1 Corinthians 1:9 • 1 John 1:3
Flesh
the soft substance covering the bones of a living body; the physical body or bodily nature
Genesis 6:12 • Isaiah 40:5 • John 1:14
Forgiveness
the act of pardoning, releasing, or no longer holding an offense against someone
Psalm 103:12 • Isaiah 43:25 • Matthew 6:14-15
Fornication
sexual relations between people who are not married to each other
Matthew 15:19 • Acts 15:20 • 1 Corinthians 6:18
G
Giants
people described as being of unusually great size or stature
Genesis 6:4 • Numbers 13:33 • Deuteronomy 3:11
Glory
great honor, splendor, magnificence, or distinction
Exodus 33 • Psalm 19 • Isaiah 6
Gold
a precious yellow metal valued for beauty, durability, and rarity
Genesis 2:11 • Exodus 25 • 1 Kings 6
Goliath
a Philistine warrior described in Scripture as being of extraordinary size and strength
1 Samuel 17 • 2 Samuel 21:19 • 1 Chronicles 20:5
Gospel
good news, glad tidings, or a message of joyful announcement
Isaiah 52:7 • Mark 1:1 • Mark 16:15
Grace
kindness, favor, or goodwill freely given to another
John 1:17 • Romans 5 • Ephesians 2
H
Heart
the muscular organ that pumps blood through the body; also the center of thought, emotion, or intention
Proverbs 4:23 • Psalm 51:10 • Jeremiah 17:9
Heaven
the sky, the visible expanse above the earth, or the dwelling place of God
Genesis 1:1 • Deuteronomy 10:14 • Psalm 19:1
Hell
a term used for the realm of the dead, the grave, or a place of punishment depending on context
Psalm 16:10 • Isaiah 14 • Matthew 5:22
Holiness
the quality of being set apart, pure, or dedicated to a sacred purpose
Leviticus 19:2 • Isaiah 6:3 • 1 Peter 1:15-16
Hope
a feeling of expectation and confidence regarding the future
Psalm 39:7 • Romans 5:5 • Romans 15:13
Horn
a hard pointed projection found on the heads of certain animals
Psalm 18:2 • Daniel 7 • Daniel 8
Humility
the quality of being modest, lowly, or free from pride
Proverbs 11:2 • Micah 6:8 • Matthew 23:12
I
Idolatry
the worship, devotion, or excessive reverence given to an idol or object
Exodus 20:3-5 • Deuteronomy 4:16 • Isaiah 44
Image
a visual representation, likeness, form, figure, or reproduction of a person, object, or thing
Genesis 1:26 • Genesis 5:3 • Daniel 3
Incense
an aromatic substance that produces fragrant smoke when burned
Exodus 30 • Leviticus 16 • Psalm 141:2
Inheritance
a possession, blessing, promise, or portion received from another
Genesis 15:7 • Psalm 16:5 • Ephesians 1:11
Inner Man
the inward or inner aspect of a person's being, distinguished from the outward physical body
Romans 7:22 • 2 Corinthians 4:16 • Ephesians 3:16
Intercession
the act of intervening, pleading, or making requests on behalf of another
Genesis 18 • Exodus 32 • Romans 8:26
J
K
L
Lampstand
a stand or support used for holding lamps
Exodus 25 • Zechariah 4 • Matthew 5:15
Leaven
a substance added to dough that causes it to rise
Exodus 12 • Matthew 13:33 • Matthew 16:6
Light
the natural agent that makes sight possible and illuminates darkness
Genesis 1:3 • Psalm 119:105 • Isaiah 60
Love
deep affection, care, or concern for another person
Matthew 22:37-39 • John 13:34 • 1 Corinthians 13
M
Mark
a sign, symbol, impression, or visible indication
Genesis 4:15 • Ezekiel 9:4 • Revelation 13
Mediator
a person who acts between two parties to help bring agreement or understanding
Job 9:33 • Galatians 3:19-20 • 1 Timothy 2:5
Mercy
compassion or forgiveness shown toward someone
Psalm 136 • Matthew 5:7 • Luke 6:36
Mind
the part of a person responsible for thinking, reasoning, remembering, and understanding
Isaiah 26:3 • Romans 8:6 • Romans 12:2
N
O
Obedience
the act of following instructions, commands, laws, or authority
Deuteronomy 28 • 1 Samuel 15:22 • John 14:15
Oil
a liquid substance obtained from plants, seeds, or other sources
Exodus 27 • Leviticus 24 • Psalm 23:5
Olive Tree
a tree cultivated for its fruit and oil
Judges 9:8 • Psalm 52:8 • Zechariah 4
P
Peace
freedom from conflict, disturbance, or unrest
Isaiah 26:3 • John 14:27 • Philippians 4:7
Perdition
destruction, ruin, loss, or waste
John 17:12 • 2 Thessalonians 2:3 • Revelation 17:8
Prayer
the act of making a request, petition, or communication in a religious context
Matthew 6 • Luke 11 • Philippians 4:6
Priest
a person appointed to perform sacred duties and religious service
Exodus 28 • Leviticus 8 • Hebrews 4
Promise
a declaration that something will be done or fulfilled
Genesis 12 • Romans 4 • Galatians 3
Prophet
a person who speaks or delivers a message on behalf of another
Deuteronomy 18:18 • 1 Samuel 3 • Jeremiah 1
R
Redeemer
one who rescues, delivers, purchases back, or restores
Job 19:25 • Isaiah 44:24 • Isaiah 59:20
Redemption
deliverance through payment, rescue, or release from bondage
Exodus 6:6 • Ephesians 1:7 • Colossians 1:14
Refuge
a place, condition, or source of safety, shelter, or protection
Psalm 46:1 • Psalm 91 • Proverbs 18:10
Remnant
a remaining group preserved through judgment, difficulty, or adversity
Isaiah 10:20 • Micah 2:12 • Romans 11:5
Renewal
the act or process of making something new again or restoring it to a better condition
Isaiah 40:31 • Romans 12:2 • 2 Corinthians 4:16
Repentance
the act of changing one's mind, attitude, or direction after recognizing wrongdoing
Matthew 3:2 • Mark 1:15 • Acts 3:19
Restoration
the act of returning something to a previous condition, position, or state
Joel 2:25 • Isaiah 61 • Acts 3:21
Resurrection
the act of rising from the dead or being restored to life
Daniel 12:2 • John 5:28-29 • John 11:25
Righteousness
the quality of being morally right, just, or in accordance with what is right
Genesis 15:6 • Psalm 11:7 • Romans 3:22
S
Sacrifice
the act of giving up something of value for a purpose, belief, or another person
Genesis 22 • Leviticus 1 • Exodus 29
Salvation
deliverance, rescue, or preservation from danger, harm, or loss
Psalm 27:1 • Isaiah 12:2 • Acts 4:12
Sanctification
the process of being set apart for holy purposes
John 17:17 • Romans 6:22 • 1 Thessalonians 4:3
Sanctuary
a sacred or protected place set apart for worship or religious purposes
Exodus 25:8 • Psalm 73:17 • Daniel 8:11
Scroll
a roll of written material used for recording and preserving information
Jeremiah 36 • Ezekiel 2 • Zechariah 5
Seal
a mark, stamp, sign, or device used to authenticate, secure, or identify something
Esther 8:8 • Daniel 12:4 • Revelation 5
Soul
the immaterial aspect of a living being associated with life, identity, and consciousness
Genesis 2:7 • Psalm 42 • Psalm 103
Spirit
a non-physical reality associated with breath, life, presence, or spiritual existence
Genesis 1:2 • John 3 • Romans 8
Strength
the quality of having power, force, endurance, or the ability to perform or withstand
Joshua 1:9 • Psalm 27:1 • Isaiah 40:31
Suddenly
happening quickly, unexpectedly, or without warning
Isaiah 48:3 • Malachi 3:1 • Mark 13:36
T
Temple
a building or structure dedicated to religious worship
1 Kings 6 • 2 Chronicles 7 • Matthew 24:15
Throne
a ceremonial seat occupied by a ruler as a symbol of authority and government
1 Kings 22:19 • Psalm 11:4 • Isaiah 6:1
Tribulation
a state of trouble, distress, suffering, or affliction
Matthew 24:21 • John 16:33 • Acts 14:22
Trumpet
a wind instrument used for signaling, announcements, ceremonies, or music
Numbers 10 • Joshua 6 • Matthew 24:31
Truth
the quality of being true, accurate, or in accordance with reality
Psalm 119:160 • John 8:32 • John 14:6
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W
Watchman
a guard, observer, or messenger appointed to watch and warn
Isaiah 62:6 • Ezekiel 3:17 • Ezekiel 33:7
Wisdom
the ability to apply knowledge, understanding, and good judgment
Proverbs 1:7 • Proverbs 9:10 • James 1:5
Witness
a person who sees, hears, or has knowledge of an event and can testify about it
Deuteronomy 19:15 • Isaiah 43:10 • Matthew 18:16
Worship
the act of showing reverence, honor, respect, or devotion
Exodus 20 • Psalm 95 • Psalm 100
Wrath
intense anger, indignation, or strong displeasure
Psalm 78:49 • Isaiah 13:9 • Romans 1:18