Category: Names and Characters

In the Bible, “Abram” means “exalted father,” while “Abraham” means “father of many nations.” God changed Abram’s name to Abraham as a sign of the covenant that he would be the father of a multitude of nations (Genesis 17:5). Scripture 1 Now the Lord said to Abram, “Go from your country and your kindred and…

Apollos is a biblical figure mentioned in the New Testament, particularly in the book of Acts and in 1 Corinthians. He was an eloquent and learned man from Alexandria, skilled in the Scriptures and a key figure in the early Christian church, known for his preaching and teaching of the Gospel. Scripture 24 Now a…

In the Bible, Bethuel means “house of God” or “God is my dwelling.” He is notably mentioned as the father of Rebekah, who became the wife of Isaac, in the Book of Genesis (Genesis 22:23). Scripture 20 Now after these things it was told to Abraham, “Behold, Milcah also has borne children to your brother…

Eliam is a name found in the Bible, specifically in 2 Samuel 23:34, where he is listed as one of King David’s mighty warriors. The name Eliam means “God of the people” or “God is my God,” reflecting a connection to divine strength and support. Scripture 3 And David sent and inquired about the woman.…

In the Bible, Hananiah means “Yahweh has been gracious” or “Yahweh is gracious.” It is a name borne by several figures in the scriptures, including a prophet during the time of Jeremiah and one of Daniel’s friends in the Babylonian Exile, more commonly known by his Babylonian name, Shadrach. Scripture 1 In that same year,…

In the Bible, Jahaziel means “God sees” or “God has seen.” He is mentioned in 2 Chronicles 20:14 as a Levite who delivered a prophetic message to King Jehoshaphat during a time of crisis, affirming that the battle belonged to the Lord. Scripture 14 And the Spirit of the Lord came upon Jahaziel the son…

Judas Iscariot was one of the twelve original disciples of Jesus who is most famously known for betraying him to the religious authorities for thirty pieces of silver. His actions led to Jesus’ arrest and crucifixion, making him a symbol of treachery and betrayal in Christian teachings. Scripture 14 Then one of the twelve, whose…

Naboth, in the Bible, is known for his vineyard, which King Ahab covets. His refusal to sell the vineyard, as it is his ancestral inheritance, leads to his wrongful execution at the behest of Queen Jezebel, illustrating themes of justice, integrity, and the abuse of power in 1 Kings 21. Scripture 1 Now Naboth the…

In the Bible, Puah is mentioned as one of the Hebrew midwives who defied Pharaoh’s orders to kill newborn Hebrew boys, showing their fear of God and commitment to preserving life (Exodus 1:15-21). The name Puah is often interpreted to mean “to cry” or “to call.” Scripture 15 Then the king of Egypt said to…

Teofilo, derived from the Greek “Theophilus,” means “friend of God” or “loved by God.” In the New Testament, Teofilo is addressed in the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, suggesting he may have been a notable figure or patron of these writings. Scripture 1 Inasmuch as many have undertaken to compile a narrative…