Bible Dictionary

Brother

A male sibling or a male member of the same family or group.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

368

Entry Position

52 of 368

Letter

B

Meaning

A male sibling or a male member of the same family or group.

Key Scriptures

  • Genesis 4:8-10
  • Genesis 13:8
  • Psalm 133:1
  • Proverbs 17:17
  • Matthew 12:50
  • Matthew 23:8
  • Acts 9:30
  • Hebrews 2:11

Also Called

brethren

Original Language

Hebrew

אָח

ach

brother

Greek

ἀδελφός

adelphos

brother

Meaning

A brother is a male sibling or a male member of the same family or group.

The word may also refer to a close relative or companion.

Biblical Usage

In Scripture, brother refers to a male sibling, a close relative, or a fellow member of God’s people.

The term is also used for believers who share a common faith.

Key References

  • Genesis 4:8-10
  • Genesis 13:8
  • Psalm 133:1
  • Proverbs 17:17
  • Matthew 12:50
  • Matthew 23:8
  • Acts 9:30
  • Hebrews 2:11
  • Sister
  • Family
  • Neighbour
  • Disciple
  • Household

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Scriptures

  • Genesis 4:8-10
  • Genesis 13:8
  • Psalm 133:1
  • Proverbs 17:17
  • Matthew 12:50
  • Matthew 23:8
  • Acts 9:30
  • Hebrews 2:11

Related Terms

sister family neighbour disciple

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