Biblical Figures

Important persons mentioned in biblical texts

Words

First patriarch of the Hebrew people, father of faith in monotheistic religions

First human created by God; humanity in general; to be red

A messenger or early Christian leader sent to preach the Gospel

Commander of a century (unit of around 80 soldiers) in the Roman army

Title meaning "the anointed one", used as a title for Jesus in Christianity

Second king of the United Kingdom of Israel, psalmist and prophet

Biblical figure who betrayed Samson by revealing the secret of his strength

A follower or student of a teacher, leader, or philosopher

Biblical queen of Persia who saved the Jewish people

Major prophet of Judaism and Christianity who prophesied during the Babylonian exile

Biblical patriarch, son of Isaac and Rebecca, father of the twelve tribes of Israel

The central figure of Christianity, often referred to as Jesus Christ

Biblical patriarch, son of Jacob and Rachel, known for his coat of many colors and dream interpretation

Of or from Magdala; specifically referring to Mary Magdalene, a follower of Jesus

Common female name in biblical context

Hebrew prophet and lawgiver

Christian apostle, missionary, and author of many New Testament epistles

Chief apostle of Jesus Christ, originally named Simon

Title of the ancient Egyptian kings, literally meaning "great house"

Roman governor of Judaea (26-36 CE) who presided over the trial of Jesus

One who speaks by divine inspiration or as a religious intermediary

Son of David and successor as king