The Gospels

Augustus

Founder of the Roman Empire who decreed the census mentioned in the Gospel of Luke

The first Roman Emperor, whose census decree brought Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem for the birth of Jesus Christ.

Archelaus

Cruel ruler of Judea whose reputation caused the Holy Family to settle in Nazareth

Herod Archelaus was the ethnarch of Judea, Samaria, and Idumea, whose notoriously cruel reign forced Joseph and Mary to settle in Nazareth with the infant Jesus.

Tiberius

Second Roman emperor whose fifteenth regnal year marks the beginning of Christ's ministry

Tiberius Julius Caesar Augustus was the second Roman Emperor, whose reign spanned the public ministry and crucifixion of Jesus Christ.

Herodias

The manipulative royal who orchestrated the execution of John the Baptist

Herodias was a princess of the Herodian dynasty whose controversial marriage and role in the execution of John the Baptist made her a symbols of royal corruption and moral defiance.

Aaron

First High Priest of Israel who served as the spokesman for Moses during the Exodus

The first High Priest of Israel, elder brother of Moses, and primary spokesman for the Israelites during the Exodus from Egypt.

Abel

First martyr and offerer of a more excellent sacrifice than his brother Cain

The second son of Adam and Eve, Abel was a shepherd whose righteous sacrifice and subsequent murder by his brother Cain made him the first human to experience death.

Abiathar

High priest who escaped the massacre at Nob and supported King David

The last high priest from the line of Eli, Abiathar was a loyal companion to David during his exile but was eventually deposed by Solomon for supporting Adonijah.

Abijah, King of Judah

King of Judah who defeated Jeroboam I and defended the Davidic covenant

The second king of the Southern Kingdom of Judah who famously defeated Jeroboam I on Mount Zemaraim to reclaim territory for the Davidic line.

Abijah, Priest of the Divided Monarchy

Priest who headed the eighth division of the twenty-four priestly courses established for Temple service

A descendant of Aaron through Eleazar whose priestly course served as a foundational division for Temple service from the era of David through the first century AD.

Abiud

Descendant of Zerubbabel in the genealogy of Jesus Christ

Abiud was a descendant of King David and a member of the post-exilic royal line of Judah, appearing in the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

Abraham

Patriarch who is the father of the nation of Israel and an exemplar of faith

The first of the three biblical patriarchs and the father of the nation of Israel, known for his unwavering faith and his covenant relationship with God.

Achim

Ancestor of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew

Achim was a descendant of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, listed in the post-exilic portion of the genealogy in the Gospel of Matthew.

Adam

First human being associated with the fall of man

Adam is the first human being created by God, the husband of Eve, and the progenitor of the human race in the book of Genesis.

Addi

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Ahaz, King of Judah

King of Judah who practiced child sacrifice and replaced the Temple altar with a pagan design

The twelfth king of Judah, known for his catastrophic alliance with Assyria, widespread idolatry, and the desecration of the Temple in Jerusalem during the Divided Monarchy.

Alexander

Man living at the time of the New Testament

Alphaeus

Father of James the Less and possibly Matthew the tax collector

Alphaeus was a 1st-century Jewish man from the tribe of Judah, best known as the father of James the Apostle and possibly the father of Matthew the tax collector.

Amminadab, Prince of Judah in the Exodus

Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ whose daughter married Aaron

A prominent leader of the tribe of Judah during the Egyptian sojourn and the father of the high priestess Elisheba and the tribal chieftain Nahshon.

Amon, King of Judah

King of Judah who was assassinated by his servants after a two-year reign of idolatry

The fifteenth king of Judah whose brief, two-year reign was marked by extreme idolatry and ended in his assassination by his own officials.

Amos

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Andrew

Apostle of Jesus and the brother of Simon Peter who was the first to be called by Christ

One of the twelve apostles of Jesus, the brother of Simon Peter, and a former disciple of John the Baptist noted for bridging the gap between individuals and Christ.

Anna

Prophetess who recognized the infant Jesus as the Redeemer in the Temple

An elderly prophetess of the tribe of Asher who testified to the infant Jesus' identity as the Redeemer in the Temple at Jerusalem.

Annas

High Priest who led the preliminary trial of Jesus and daughter's husband was Caiaphas

Annas was a powerful Jewish High Priest of the first century who exerted significant influence over the Sanhedrin during the trials of Jesus and the early apostles.

Arpachshad

Son of Shem and ancestor in the lineage of Jesus Christ

A post-flood patriarch, son of Shem, and ancestor of Abraham through whom the messianic lineage is traced.

Asa, King of Judah

King of Judah who removed idols and defeated the million-man Cushite army

The third king of the Kingdom of Judah who initiated significant religious reforms and reigned for forty-one years during the Divided Monarchy.

Asher

Patriarch who founded one of the twelve tribes of Israel and was noted for the fertility of his land

Asher was the eighth son of Jacob, the second born to Zilpah, and the ancestral patriarch of the Tribe of Asher, known for the fertile lands and prosperity promised in his father's blessing.

Azor

ancestor of Jesus Christ listed in the Gospel of Matthew

Azor was a descendant of King David and a significant link in the messianic lineage of Jesus Christ, recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.

Barabbas

Prisoner released by Pontius Pilate in the place of Jesus Christ during the Passion

A convicted insurrectionist and murderer who was historically pardoned by Pontius Pilate in the place of Jesus Christ during the Passover trial.

Bartholomew

Apostle of Jesus described as an Israelite in whom there is no deceit

One of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus Christ, traditionally identified with Nathanael of Cana and noted for his sincerity and early recognition of Jesus' divinity.

Bartimaeus

A blind beggar healed by Jesus near Jericho

Bartimaeus was a blind beggar in Jericho whose persistent faith led to his miraculous healing by Jesus Christ.

Boaz

Kinsman-redeemer who married Ruth and became the great-grandfather of King David

A prominent landowner from Bethlehem and a kinsman-redeemer who married Ruth, becoming a pivotal ancestor in the Davidic line and the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

The Boy with the Loaves and Fish

Young lad who provided the five barley loaves and two fish for the feeding of the five thousand

An unnamed youth whose small offering of five barley loaves and two fish was miraculously multiplied by Jesus to feed five thousand men.

Caiaphas

High Priest who presided over the Sanhedrin during the trial of Jesus

The influential Jewish High Priest during the reign of Tiberius Caesar who presided over the trial of Jesus of Nazareth.

Cainan

Man living at the time of the Patriarchs

Chuza

Man living at the time of the New Testament

Cosam

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Daniel, Prophet of the Exile

Prophet who survived the lions' den and interpreted the handwriting on the wall

A Judean exile who rose to high office in Babylon and Persia, known for his uncompromising faith, wisdom, and prophetic visions concerning the rise and fall of world empires.

daughter_of_Annas

Woman living at the time of the New Testament

David

King of Israel who defeated Goliath and established the Davidic dynasty

The second king of the United Monarchy of Israel, a shepherd-warrior and psalmist known as a man after God's own heart.

Eber, Early Patriarch

Patriarchal ancestor of the Hebrew people through the line of Shem

Eber was a foundational post-diluvian patriarch, the great-grandson of Shem and a direct ancestor of Abraham through whom the lineage of the 'Hebrews' is traditionally traced.

Eleazar, Son of Eliud

Ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy of Matthew

Eleazar was a member of the royal lineage of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, appearing in the genealogy of Matthew.

Eliakim

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Eliakim, Son of Abiud

Ancestor of Jesus Christ mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew

A member of the royal tribe of Judah who appears in the lineage of Jesus Christ, connecting the post-exilic line of Zerubbabel to the birth of the Messiah.

Eliezer

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Elijah the Tishbite

Prophet who called down fire from heaven and was taken to heaven in a whirlwind

A foundational prophet of the Divided Monarchy known for his confrontation with Baal worship and his departure from earth in a whirlwind.

Elisha

Prophet who succeeded Elijah and performed many miracles including raising the dead and healing Naaman the leper

A prominent prophet of Israel during the Divided Monarchy who succeeded Elijah and performed numerous miracles, serving as a spiritual counselor to kings and a benefactor to the poor.

Eliud

Ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy provided by the Gospel of Matthew

Eliud was a descendant of King David and an ancestor of Jesus Christ, appearing in the post-exilic lineage recorded in the Gospel of Matthew.

Elizabeth

Prophetess and mother of John the Baptist who recognized the unborn Christ

The mother of John the Baptist, a daughter of Aaron, and a prophetess who recognized the lordship of the unborn Christ.

Elmadam

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Enoch

A man taken by God without dying

The seventh patriarch from Adam who is recorded in the Book of Genesis as having 'walked with God' and being taken by God without experiencing death.

Enosh

The patriarch whose generation first began to call upon the name of the Lord

Enosh was the son of Seth and grandson of Adam, noted in Genesis for a pivotal era when humanity began to call upon the name of the Lord.

Er

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Esli

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

The Father of the Boy with an Unclean Spirit

Father who cried 'I do believe; help my unbelief' while seeking healing for his son

An unnamed man in the Synoptic Gospels who brought his demon-possessed son to Jesus' disciples and famously appealed for help with his unbelief.

father_of_Elizabeth

Man living at the time of the New Testament

father_of_Lazarus

Man living at the time of the New Testament - unnamed father

The Good Samaritan

Parable protagonist who demonstrated mercy to a wounded stranger

The protagonist of a parable told by Jesus who exemplifies neighborly love by showing mercy to a wounded man ignored by religious leaders.

The Greeks Who Wanted to See Jesus

Gentile pilgrims who requested an audience with Jesus during Passover

A group of God-fearing Greeks who approached the apostle Philip during the Passover festival in Jerusalem to request an audience with Jesus.

The Guards at Jesus' Tomb

Soldiers who witnessed the angel at Jesus' tomb and were bribed to say the body was stolen

A group of soldiers stationed by Pontius Pilate to secure the burial site of Jesus to prevent the removal of his body.

Hebrews

Covenant people of God descended from Abraham

The Hebrews represent the covenant people descended from Abraham, serving as the primary ethnic and spiritual identity of God’s chosen nation throughout the Old and New Testaments.

Heli

Man living at the time of the New Testament

Herod the Tetrarch

Tetrarch of Galilee who executed John the Baptist and mocked Jesus Christ

The regional ruler of Galilee and Perea who beheaded John the Baptist and participated in the trial of Jesus Christ.

Herod, King of Judea

King of Judea who ordered the Massacre of the Innocents

The Roman-appointed King of Judea who sought to kill the infant Jesus and ordered the Massacre of the Innocents in Bethlehem.

Hezekiah, King of Judah

King of Judah who reformed the Temple and survived the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem

The 13th king of Judah, known for his sweeping religious reforms, the miraculous defense of Jerusalem against Assyria, and his restoration of the Passover.

Hezron, Son of Perez

Patriarch of the Hezronite clan and ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ

A high-ranking member of the tribe of Judah and a direct ancestor in the Davidic and Messianic lineage.

Isaac

Patriarch who was the son of Abraham and the father of Jacob and Esau

The miracle son of Abraham and Sarah, Isaac was the second Hebrew patriarch and the child of promise through whom the covenant of God was established.

Isaiah

Prophet who advised King Hezekiah and foretold the coming of the Messiah

Isaiah, the son of Amoz, was a major prophet in Judah whose ministry spanned the reigns of four kings and who is widely quoted in the New Testament for his messianic and redemptive visions.

Israel

Patriarch who wrestled with God and fathered the twelve tribes

The third patriarch of the covenant, formerly known as Jacob, who received his name after wrestling with God and became the father of the twelve tribes.

Jacob

father of Joseph and grandfather of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew

A descendant of the Tribe of Judah identified in the Gospel of Matthew as the biological father of Joseph and the grandfather of Jesus Christ.

Jairus

Synagogue leader who fell at the feet of Jesus to beg for his help

A synagogue leader during the ministry of Jesus who demonstrated significant faith by pleading for Christ's intervention.

James son of Alphaeus, Apostle

Apostle of Jesus Christ known as the son of Alphaeus

One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, distinguished by his parentage to Alphaeus and often identified as 'James the Less' or 'the younger.'

James son of Zebedee, Apostle

Apostle and brother of John who was the first of the Twelve to be martyred

One of the twelve apostles and part of Jesus' inner circle, James was a fisherman by trade and the first of the apostles to suffer martyrdom for the Christian faith.

James, Brother of Jesus

Brother of Jesus and leader of the Jerusalem church who presided over the Council of Jerusalem

A brother of Jesus Christ who became a central leader of the Jerusalem church and a prominent pillar of the early Christian movement.

James, Father of the Apostle Judas

father of the apostle Judas

A man identified in the New Testament as the father of Judas (not Iscariot), one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ.

Jannai

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Jared

Second-longest-living person in the Bible at 962 years

Jared was a descendant of Seth and the father of Enoch, noted for his extraordinary lifespan of 962 years during the antediluvian period.

Javan

Patriarchal ancestor of the Greeks and Mediterranean seafaring nations

Javan was a son of Japheth and a grandson of Noah, recognized in the Table of Nations as the foundational patriarch of the Greek people and various maritime nations.

Jehoiachin

King of Judah who was taken captive to Babylon and later released from prison

A king of Judah who reigned briefly in 598–597 BC before being exiled to Babylon by Nebuchadnezzar.

Jehoiada, High Priest of the Divided Monarchy

High Priest who saved the infant Joash and restored the Davidic throne

A pivotal High Priest who orchestrated the restoration of the Davidic line by crowning King Joash and overthrowing the usurper Queen Athaliah.

Jehoram, King of Judah

King of Judah who murdered his brothers and died of an intestinal disease

The ninth king of the southern Kingdom of Judah, known for his violent rise to power, his marriage to Athaliah of Israel, and a disastrous reign marked by revolt and divine judgment.

Jehoshaphat, King of Judah

King of Judah who instituted judicial reforms and defeated a massive invasion through prayer and song

The fourth king of the Southern Kingdom of Judah who initiated religious reforms, established a national judicial system, and successfully repelled a massive foreign coalition.

Jeremiah, Son of Hilkiah

Prophet who predicted the seventy-year Babylonian exile and the New Covenant

A major prophet of the Divided Monarchy who predicted the fall of Jerusalem and the 70-year Babylonian exile while suffering intense persecution for his message.

Jesse

Patriarch of the house of David and ancestor of Jesus Christ

The father of King David and a resident of Bethlehem, Jesse is a pivotal link in the genealogy of the Davidic dynasty and the Messianic line.

Jesus

Messiah and central figure of the New Testament whose life, death, and resurrection form the basis of the Christian faith

The central figure of the New Testament, Jesus was born of Mary in Bethlehem, performed numerous miracles, and was crucified under Pontius Pilate before rising from the dead.

Joanan

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Joanna

A wealthy follower of Jesus healed and known for funding His ministry and witnessing the Resurrection

Joanna was a wealthy woman healed by Jesus who became a prominent disciple and a key witness to the Resurrection.

Joda

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

John the Baptist, Son of Zechariah

Prophet who baptized Jesus and preached repentance in the wilderness

An ascetic prophet and the son of Zechariah and Elizabeth who preached repentance in the wilderness and prepared the way for the ministry of Jesus Christ.

John, Father of Simon Peter

Father of the apostles Simon Peter and Andrew

A man of the first century AD primarily known as the father of the prominent apostles Simon Peter and Andrew.

John, Son of Zebedee and Apostle

Apostle and brother of James who received the visions of Revelation

One of the twelve apostles of Jesus, a son of Zebedee, and a key leader in the early Church who received the vision recorded in Revelation.

Jonah

Prophet who was swallowed by a great fish after fleeing God's command to preach to Nineveh

A prophet from the northern kingdom of Israel who was commissioned by God to preach repentance to the Assyrian city of Nineveh.

Jonam

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Jorim

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Josech

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Joseph

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Joseph

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Joseph of Arimathea

Council member who asked Pilate for the body of Jesus and provided his own tomb for burial

A wealthy and righteous Council member from Arimathea who, as a secret disciple of Jesus, petitioned Pilate for Christ's body and provided a clean tomb for His burial.

Joseph, Husband of Mary

Legal father of Jesus and husband of Mary who protected the Holy Family during their flight to Egypt

A righteous descendant of David who served as the legal father of Jesus and the husband of the Virgin Mary during the early 1st century AD.

Joseph, Son of Jacob

Patriarch who was sold into slavery and rose to become the second most powerful man in Egypt

The favored son of Jacob who, after being sold into slavery by his brothers, rose to become the Grand Vizier of Egypt and preserved the lineage of Israel during a regional famine.

Joses, Sibling of Jesus

Brother of Jesus named during the rejection at Nazareth

Joses was one of the four brothers of Jesus Christ mentioned by name in the Gospels during the skepticism of the Nazarene townspeople.

Joses, Son of Mary

son of Mary and brother of James the Younger who is mentioned in the crucifixion narrative

Joses was the son of Mary (a follower of Jesus) and the brother of James the Younger, mentioned in the context of the crucifixion and burial of Jesus Christ.

Joshua

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Josiah, King of Judah

King of Judah who instituted religious reforms after finding the Book of the Law

A righteous king of the Divided Monarchy who initiated sweeping religious reforms and restored the temple and the Passover after the discovery of the Book of the Law.

Jotham, King of Judah

King of Judah who grew powerful by ordering his ways before the LORD

A righteous king of Judah who reigned for sixteen years, known for his building projects and for growing powerful by ordering his ways before the LORD.

Judah

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Judah, Son of Jacob

Patriarch who received the blessing of the scepter and whose lineage produced King David and Jesus Christ

The fourth son of Jacob and Leah, ancestor of the Tribe of Judah and the Davidic line, known for his leadership and pivotal role in the preservation of his family.

Judas Iscariot, Betrayer of Jesus

Apostle who betrayed Jesus for thirty pieces of silver

One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus who famously betrayed him to the Jewish authorities for thirty pieces of silver.

Judas son of James

Apostle of Jesus Christ also known as Thaddaeus who questioned Jesus during the Last Supper

One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, also known as Thaddaeus, who questioned the Lord during the Last Supper.

Jude

Brother of Jesus and author of the New Testament Epistle of Jude

Jude was a brother of Jesus and James who identified himself as a servant of Christ and authored the General Epistle of Jude.

Kenan

Antediluvian patriarch of extreme longevity in Seth’s lineage

Kenan was a pre-Flood patriarch in the line of Seth, the son of Enosh and the great-grandson of Adam.

Lamech

Noah’s father who prophesied that his son would bring humanity comfort

Lamech was the son of Methuselah and the father of Noah, known for his prophecy regarding his son providing comfort from the cursed ground.

Lazarus of Bethany

Subject of the miracle where Jesus raised him from the dead four days after his burial

A close friend of Jesus Christ who was famously raised from the dead four days after his burial in the village of Bethany.

Lazarus the Beggar

Beggar in a parable of Jesus who was carried by angels to Abraham's side

A destitute man in a parable told by Jesus who, after a life of suffering, was carried by angels to Abraham's side in the afterlife.

Levi

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Levi

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Levi, Son of Jacob

Patriarch of the priestly tribe and participant in the massacre at Shechem

The third son of Jacob and Leah, a patriarch whose descendants were set apart as the priestly and ministerial class for the nation of Israel.

Lot

Nephew of Abraham who escaped the destruction of Sodom and Gomorrah

Lot was the nephew of Abraham who settled in the Jordan Valley, escaped the destruction of Sodom, and became the progenitor of the Moabites and Ammonites.

Lot's Wife

Woman who looked back at the destruction of Sodom and became a pillar of salt

A woman who resided in Sodom and was turned into a pillar of salt for looking back at the city during its divine destruction.

Lysanias

Tetrarch of Abilene during the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar

Lysanias was the tetrarch of Abilene, a region northwest of Damascus, during the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar and the ministry of John the Baptist.

Maath

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Mahalalel, Antediluvian Patriarch

Patriarch in the line of Seth who lived 895 years and was an ancestor of Jesus

An early biblical patriarch in the line of Seth, Mahalalel was the son of Kenan and the grandfather of the prophet Enoch.

Malchus

The high priest's servant whose ear Peter severed and Jesus healed

Malchus was the high priest's servant whose ear was severed by Simon Peter and subsequently healed by Jesus during the arrest in Gethsemane.

Manasseh, King of Judah

King of Judah who reigned 55 years and was notorious for his idolatry and late-life repentance

The longest-reigning king of Judah, Manasseh is noted for his extreme idolatry, subsequent Assyrian captivity, and dramatic late-life repentance.

Martha

Sister of Lazarus who hosted Jesus and confessed Him as the Messiah

A devoted follower of Jesus from Bethany, known for her hospitality and her profound confession of faith during the resurrection of her brother Lazarus.

Mary Magdalene

Primary witness to the Resurrection of Jesus

A faithful disciple of Jesus from whom seven demons were cast out, later becoming the first witness to the Resurrection.

Mary, Mother of James and Joses

mother of James and Joses who witnessed the crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus

A dedicated follower of Jesus who witnessed His crucifixion, prepared for His burial, and was among the first to witness the empty tomb.

Mary, Mother of Jesus

Mother of Jesus who conceived by the Holy Spirit

A woman of the tribe of Levi who, while a virgin, was chosen to be the mother of Jesus, the Messiah, through the power of the Holy Spirit.

Mary, Sister of Martha and Lazarus

Disciple who sat at Jesus' feet and anointed Him with expensive perfume

A devoted follower of Jesus from Bethany known for her contemplative posture at Christ's feet and her sacrificial act of anointing Him with expensive perfume.

Mattatha

Man living at the time of United Monarchy

Mattathias

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Mattathias

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Matthan

Grandfather of Joseph in the genealogy of Jesus

Matthan was a descendant of King David through the line of Solomon and the paternal grandfather of Joseph, the husband of Mary.

Matthat

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Matthat

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Matthew

Apostle of Jesus and traditional author of the First Gospel

A Galilean tax collector turned apostle of Jesus Christ, traditionally identified as the author of the First Gospel.

Melchi

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Melchi

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Melea

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Menna

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Methuselah

The longest-lived human in the Bible (969 years)

Methuselah was a biblical patriarch of the line of Seth, famously known for being the longest-lived human being in the Bible, reaching the age of 969 years.

Moses

Prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments

The preeminent prophet and lawgiver of Israel who led the Hebrews out of Egyptian bondage and mediated the Covenant at Mount Sinai.

Mother-in-law of Peter

Woman healed of a fever by Jesus in Peter's home

The mother of Simon Peter's wife who was miraculously healed of a high fever by Jesus in Capernaum.

Naaman, Commander of the Army of Syria

Syrian commander healed of leprosy in the Jordan River

A high-ranking Aramean military commander who was healed of leprosy by the prophet Elisha and subsequently converted to the worship of the LORD.

Naggai

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Nahor, Grandfather of Abraham

Grandfather of Abraham who is listed in the genealogy of Jesus Christ

A foundational patriarch in the post-flood genealogy of Shem, Nahor was the son of Serug and the father of Terah.

Nahshon

Prince of Judah who led his tribe during the Exodus and appears in the genealogy of Jesus

The designated prince of the tribe of Judah during the Exodus and a direct ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ.

Nahum

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Naphtali

Patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel and sixth son of Jacob

The sixth son of Jacob and second son of Bilhah, whose descendants formed one of the twelve tribes of Israel in the fertile northern Galilee region.

Nathan, Son of David

son of David and Bathsheba who appears in the genealogy of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke

Nathan was a son of King David and Bathsheba, born in Jerusalem during the United Monarchy, and is listed as a direct ancestor of Jesus Christ in the genealogy provided by Luke.

Nathanael

Disciple from Cana who was called a 'true Israelite' by Jesus

A disciple of Jesus from Cana in Galilee, noted for his initial skepticism of Nazareth and his subsequent confession of Christ's divinity.

Neri

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Nicodemus

Pharisee who visited Jesus by night and provided spices for his burial

A prominent member of the Sanhedrin and a Pharisee who transitioned from a cautious inquirer of Jesus to a courageous disciple following the crucifixion.

Noah, the Antediluvian Patriarch

Patriarch who built the ark to survive the Great Flood

A righteous patriarch who built an ark to save his family and animal life from a global flood, becoming the second father of the human race.

Obed, Son of Boaz and Ruth

Grandfather of King David and son of Boaz and Ruth

Obed was the son of Boaz and Ruth and the grandfather of King David, serving as a vital link in the Davidic line and the genealogy of Jesus Christ.

The Owner of the Upper Room

Householder who provided the location for the Last Supper

An anonymous resident of Jerusalem who provided the furnished guest room where Jesus and His disciples celebrated the Last Supper.

Peleg

Patriarch during whose lifetime the earth was divided

A descendant of Shem and a key link in the messianic lineage, most famous for the division of the earth that occurred during his lifetime.

Perez

Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ who was born as a twin to Judah and Tamar

The son of Judah and Tamar, known for his breach-birth and as the ancestor of the primary clan of Judah and the Davidic line.

The Persistent Widow

Protagonist of a parable who receives justice through her relentless persistence in prayer

A fictional character in a parable of Jesus who successfully demands justice from an unjust judge through her relentless and unwavering petitions.

Peter

Apostle who served as the spokesman for the Twelve and the leader of the early Church in Jerusalem

The leader of the twelve apostles, known for his confession of Christ, his denial and restoration, and his foundational role in the early Christian church.

Phanuel

Man living at the time of the New Testament

The Pharisee and the Tax Collector

figures in the parable illustrating humility and justification

Figures in a parable told by Jesus to illustrate the contrast between self-righteous pride and humble repentance before God.

Philip

Tetrarch living at the time of the New Testament

Philip the Apostle

Apostle of Jesus who told Nathanael to 'come and see'

One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus, Philip was a resident of Bethsaida known for bringing Nathanael to Christ and requesting a direct vision of the Father.

Philip, Son of Herod the Great

husband of Herodias whose marriage was the subject of John the Baptist's rebuke

Philip was a member of the Herodian dynasty and the original husband of Herodias, whose subsequent marriage to Herod Antipas led to the imprisonment of John the Baptist.

Pilate

Roman governor who presided over the trial of Jesus and ordered His crucifixion

The Roman governor of Judea during the reign of Tiberius Caesar who presided over the trial of Jesus Christ and ordered His crucifixion.

The Prodigal Son

Younger brother in Jesus' parable who squanders his inheritance and returns home to his father's mercy

The central character of Jesus' parable in Luke 15, illustrating rebellion, repentance, and the lavish grace of a forgiving father.

Queen of Sheba

Queen who traveled from a distant land to test Solomon's wisdom

An unnamed foreign monarch who traveled to Jerusalem to test King Solomon's wisdom and verify his fame.

The Queen of Sheba

Queen who visited Solomon to test his wisdom with hard questions

An illustrious foreign monarch who traveled from the 'ends of the earth' to Jerusalem to test the wisdom of King Solomon with difficult questions and lavish gifts.

Quirinius

Roman Governor of Syria whose census compelled Mary and Joseph to travel to Bethlehem

Publius Sulpicius Quirinius was a high-ranking Roman official and Governor of Syria whose census provides the chronological marker for the birth of Jesus in the Gospel of Luke.

Rachel

Matriarch of Israel and the beloved wife of Jacob who died giving birth to Benjamin

The beloved wife of the patriarch Jacob and the biological mother of Joseph and Benjamin, recognized as a foundational matriarch of the nation of Israel.

Rahab

Canaanite woman who hid the Israelite spies in Jericho

A resident of Jericho who aided Israeli spies and became an ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ.

Ram, Son of Hezron

Ancestor of King David and Jesus Christ in the Tribe of Judah

A high-ranking member of the Tribe of Judah and a crucial link in the Davidic and Messianic genealogies, serving as the grandfather of Nahshon.

Rehoboam

King of Judah who presided over the division of the United Monarchy

The son of Solomon and grandson of David, Rehoboam was the first king of Judah following the division of the United Monarchy of Israel.

Reu

Patriarch in the lineage from Shem to Abraham

A post-flood patriarch in the lineage of Shem, Reu was the son of Peleg and a direct ancestor of Abraham and Jesus Christ.

Rhesa

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

The Rich Fool

Rich man in a parable who hoarded his grain and died suddenly

The central figure of a Jesus parable who prioritized material accumulation over spiritual readiness, only to face sudden death.

The Rich Man (Dives)

Rich man who ignored the beggar Lazarus and suffered torment in the afterlife

An unnamed character in a parable of Jesus who experiences a reversal of fortune in the afterlife due to his neglect of the poor.

The Rich Young Ruler

Wealthy man who questioned Jesus about eternal life but could not give up his riches

An anonymous Jewish official who sought the path to eternal life but chose to retain his great wealth rather than follow Jesus Christ.

The Royal Official at Capernaum

Official whose son was healed by Jesus from a distance

A high-ranking government administrator in Galilee who sought Jesus to heal his dying son, demonstrating faith in Christ's word alone.

Rufus

Man living at the time of the New Testament

Ruth

Moabite widow who became a matriarch in the lineage of King David and Jesus Christ

A Moabite widow who demonstrated profound loyalty to her mother-in-law Naomi and became the great-grandmother of King David.

Salmon

Patriarch of the tribe of Judah and husband of Rahab who appears in the genealogy of Jesus

A prominent member of the tribe of Judah and a crucial link in the Davidic and Messianic genealogies, noted for being the father of Boaz.

Salome

Woman living at the time of New Testament - daughter of Herodias

Salome, Mother of the Sons of Zebedee

Mother of the apostles James and John who witnessed the crucifixion and visited the empty tomb

A devoted follower of Jesus and the mother of the apostles James and John, present at both the crucifixion and the empty tomb.

The Samaritan Woman at the Well

Woman who met Jesus at Jacob's Well and brought her town to believe in Him

An unnamed Samaritan woman who, after an encounter with Jesus at Jacob’s Well, became one of the first individuals to recognize and proclaim him as the Messiah.

The Scribe Not Far from the Kingdom

Scribe who agreed with Jesus that love for God and neighbor is the greatest commandment

An unnamed Jewish scribe during the Life of Jesus who recognized the supremacy of love for God and neighbor over sacrificial rituals.

Semein

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Serug

Patriarch who was the great-grandfather of Abraham and an ancestor of Jesus Christ

A post-diluvian patriarch in the line of Shem, Serug was the great-grandfather of Abraham and a pivotal link in the genealogy connecting Noah to the nation of Israel.

The Servant Girl at the High Priest's Courtyard

Servant who recognized Peter in the courtyard and caused his first denial

An unnamed domestic worker in the household of the high priest who identified Peter as a follower of Jesus during the Passion, leading to Peter's first two denials.

Seth

Third son of Adam and Eve and ancestor of Noah

The third son of Adam and Eve, Seth was born after the death of Abel and became the ancestor of the line of the faithful leading to Noah.

Shealtiel

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Shealtiel, Son of Jehoiachin

Prince of Judah and father of Zerubbabel who preserved the Davidic line during the Babylonian Exile

Shealtiel was a prince of the royal house of Judah and the legal heir to King Jehoiachin, serving as a critical link in the Davidic lineage during the Babylonian Exile.

Shelah, Son of Cainan

Patriarch who was the father of Eber and a direct ancestor of Jesus Christ

Shelah was an early post-flood patriarch, the father of Eber, and a significant link in the genealogical line connecting Noah to the Messiah.

Shem

Son of Noah who survived the Great Flood and became the ancestor of the Semitic nations

The eldest or middle son of Noah, an Ark survivor, and the foundational patriarch of the Semitic peoples, including the Israelites.

Simeon

Man living at the time of Divided Monarchy

Simeon, Witness of the Presentation

Prophet who identified the infant Jesus as the Messiah in the Temple

A righteous and devout man in Jerusalem who, led by the Holy Spirit, recognized the infant Jesus as the promised Messiah during His presentation at the Temple.

Simon of Cyrene

Man who was compelled to carry the cross of Jesus during the walk to Golgotha

A man from North Africa who was forced by Roman soldiers to carry the cross of Jesus during the procession to Golgotha.

Simon the Leper

Host of the dinner in Bethany where Jesus was anointed by a woman with an alabaster jar

A resident of Bethany and host to Jesus, Simon the Leper is famous for the dinner where a woman anointed Jesus with expensive perfume shortly before the Passion.

Simon the Zealot

Apostle of Jesus Christ distinguished by his former affiliation with the Zealots

One of the twelve original apostles of Jesus Christ, distinguished by his affiliation with the Zealot movement.

Simon, Brother of Jesus

Brother of Jesus Christ mentioned during the rejection at Nazareth

One of the biological brothers of Jesus Christ, listed among the siblings who lived in Nazareth during Jesus' early ministry.

Simon, Father of Judas Iscariot

father of Judas Iscariot who betrayed Jesus

Simon, also known as Simon Iscariot, was the father of Judas Iscariot, the disciple who ultimately betrayed Jesus Christ.

The Sinful Woman Who Anointed Jesus' Feet

woman who wet Jesus' feet with tears and anointed them with perfume at a Pharisee's house

An unnamed woman in Luke's Gospel who demonstrated profound repentance and love by washing and anointing the feet of Jesus at a Pharisee's home.

Solomon

King of Israel who built the first Temple and was famous for his wisdom

The third king of Israel who built the First Temple in Jerusalem and was renowned for his God-given wisdom and immense wealth during the United Monarchy.

Susanna

A benefactor who supported Jesus and his disciples from her personal resources

Susanna was a woman healed of unnamed ailments by Jesus who became a dedicated disciple and financial supporter of his ministry.

The Syrophoenician Woman

Gentile woman who petitioned Jesus for her daughter's healing

A Gentile woman from the region of Tyre who demonstrated extraordinary faith by petitioning Jesus to heal her demon-possessed daughter.

Tamar, Daughter-in-law of Judah

Matriarch who secured the continuation of Judah's lineage through her sons Perez and Zerah

A resourceful woman of the Patriarchal period who secured her place in the messianic lineage by bearing twins to her father-in-law, Judah.

The Ten Virgins

Group of women in a parable who represent spiritual readiness or negligence

A group of ten women in a parable of Jesus who represent the preparedness or negligence of the faithful awaiting the arrival of the bridegroom.

Terah

Patriarch who led his family from Ur of the Chaldeans to Haran

A foundational patriarch and the father of Abraham who led his family out of Ur of the Chaldeans toward the land of Canaan.

Theophilus

Recipient of the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts

Theophilus was the official recipient of the Gospel of Luke and the Book of Acts, likely a high-ranking Gentile undergoing Christian instruction.

Thomas

Apostle who required physical proof of Jesus' Resurrection before believing

One of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus, often called 'Doubting Thomas' for his demand for physical proof of the Resurrection, yet also known for his profound confession of Christ's divinity.

Timaeus

Man living at the time of the New Testament

The Two Disciples on the Road to Emmaus

Disciples who walked and talked with the resurrected Jesus without recognizing Him until He broke bread

Two followers of Jesus who encountered the risen Christ while traveling to Emmaus on the day of His resurrection.

The Unmerciful Servant

Servant in Jesus' parable who refused to forgive a small debt after being forgiven a large one

A character in a parable of Jesus who was forgiven a massive debt by his king but refused to forgive a small debt owed to him by a fellow servant.

Unnamed#1

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

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Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Uriah the Hittite

Elite soldier and husband of Bathsheba whose integrity was met with betrayal by King David

A loyal elite soldier in King David’s army whose integrity served as a foil to the king's adultery and eventual plot to have him killed in battle.

Uzziah, King of Judah

King of Judah struck with leprosy for attempting to burn incense in the Temple

The tenth king of Judah who enjoyed a long, prosperous reign marked by military success and agricultural growth, ended by his divine punishment with leprosy for usurping priestly duties.

The Widow of Nain

Widow whose only son was raised from the dead by Jesus at the gate of Nain

A grieving resident of the Galilee region whose deceased only son was miraculously restored to life by Jesus of Nazareth.

The Widow of Zarephath

Widow who sustained Elijah and saw her son raised from the dead

A Phoenician widow from Sidon who provided sustenance to the prophet Elijah during a severe drought and witnessed the miraculous resurrection of her son.

The Widow with Two Mites

Poor woman who gave her last two coins to the Temple treasury

An anonymous destitute woman praised by Jesus for donating her entire livelihood to the Temple treasury.

Wife of Peter

wife of the Apostle Peter who accompanied him on his missionary travels

The wife of the Apostle Peter, who traveled with her husband during his ministry and whose mother was healed by Jesus.

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Woman living at the time of the New Testament

Zacchaeus

Chief tax collector who climbed a sycamore tree to see Jesus

A wealthy chief tax collector in Jericho who underwent a dramatic moral conversion after an encounter with Jesus of Nazareth.

Zadok, Son of Azor

Ancestor of Jesus Christ mentioned in the Gospel of Matthew

A member of the Tribe of Judah identified in the Gospel of Matthew as an ancestor of Jesus Christ during the post-exilic period.

Zebedee

Father of the apostles James and John who was left in his boat when they followed Jesus

A Galilean fisherman and the father of the apostles James and John, whose departure to follow Jesus left him to manage the family business.

Zebulun

Tenth son of Jacob and founder of the tribe associated with maritime commerce and the region of Galilee

Zebulun was the tenth son of Jacob and the sixth and final son born to Leah, serving as the eponymous patriarch of one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

Zechariah, Father of John the Baptist

Father of John the Baptist who was struck mute in the Temple

A righteous priest of the division of Abijah who was momentarily struck mute for his disbelief before fathering John the Baptist in his old age.

Zechariah, Son of Jehoiada

Priest and prophet who was stoned to death in the Temple court by King Joash

A righteous priest and martyr during the Divided Monarchy who was executed by King Joash for rebuking the idolatry of Judah.

Zerah, Son of Tamar

Son of Judah marked by a scarlet thread at birth who founded the Zerahite clan

The twin son of Judah and Tamar, Zerah is known for the scarlet thread tied to his hand during a competitive birth and for founding a prominent clan within the Tribe of Judah.

Zerubbabel

Man living at the time of Exile and Return

Zerubbabel, Governor of Judah

Governor who led the return from Babylon and rebuilt the Temple foundation

A Davidic prince and governor who led the first wave of Jewish exiles from Babylon to Jerusalem and laid the foundation for the Second Temple.