Category: Definitions

The name Paul, derived from the Latin “Paulus,” means “small” or “humble.” In the New Testament, Paul is an apostle known for his missionary work and letters to early Christian communities, emphasizing grace and faith. Scripture 9 But Saul, who was also called Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, looked intently at him 10 and…

The name Gabriella is the feminine form of Gabriel, which means “God is my strength.” In the Bible, Gabriel is an archangel who serves as a messenger of God, appearing to deliver important announcements, such as the announcement of the births of John the Baptist and Jesus (Luke 1:19, 1:26-31). Scripture 15 When I, Daniel,…

The name Miguel is the Spanish form of Michael, which means “Who is like God?” In the Bible, Michael is an archangel mentioned in the books of Daniel, Jude, and Revelation, known for his role as a protector of Israel and a leader in spiritual battles. Scripture 13 The prince of the kingdom of Persia…

In the Bible, Kenan is a name that means “possession” or “sorrow.” He is a descendant of Adam, mentioned in Genesis 5:9-14, and is recognized as the son of Enosh and the grandfather of Noah. Scripture 9 When Enosh had lived 90 years, he fathered Kenan. 10 After he fathered Kenan, Enosh lived 815 years…

Ananias is a name found in the Bible, notably referring to a disciple in Damascus who was commanded by God to restore Saul’s sight (Acts 9:10-18) and to a man who lied to the Holy Spirit about the sale of property, leading to his death (Acts 5:1-11). The name means “Yahweh has been gracious.” Scripture…

In the Bible, Ammon refers to both a people group descended from Lot’s younger daughter and to the territory they inhabited, located northeast of Israel. The Ammonites are often depicted as adversaries of the Israelites throughout the Old Testament. Scripture 30 Now Lot went up out of Zoar and lived in the hills with his…

In the Bible, Enos (or Enosh) is the son of Seth and the grandson of Adam, and his name means “mortal” or “man” in Hebrew. He is noted for the time when people began to call upon the name of the Lord (Genesis 4:26), marking a significant moment in the development of worship and prayer…

In the Bible, Kezia is mentioned as one of the daughters of Job (Job 42:14). The name means “cinnamon,” symbolizing beauty and prosperity. Scripture 12 And the Lord blessed the latter days of Job more than his beginning. And he had 14,000 sheep, 6,000 camels, 1,000 yoke of oxen, and 1,000 female donkeys. 13 And…

Silvanus, also known as Silas, is mentioned in the New Testament as a companion of the Apostle Paul and a messenger of the early church. His name signifies “forest” or “wood,” and he played a significant role in missionary efforts, including the Pauline letters, where he is noted as co-author in 1 Thessalonians and 2…

Malchus is the name of the servant of the high priest who was ear in the Garden of Gethsemane, where Peter cut off his ear during Jesus’ arrest (John 18:10). The name Malchus means “king” in Hebrew, reflecting the theme of Jesus’ kingship in the New Testament. Scripture 1 When Jesus had spoken these words,…