Bible Dictionary
Explore biblical people, places, events, objects, ideas, and other terms. Search the dictionary directly, browse alphabetically, or narrow the list by category or Testament.
Omri
People & Groups - Old Testament
Omri was the sixth king of the northern kingdom of Israel and founder of a powerful dynasty. He established Samaria as the capital, expanded Israel’s influence, and was condemned for doing evil before the Lord.
On
Places & Geography - Old Testament
On was an important Egyptian city, also called Heliopolis or Beth-shemesh, known especially for sun worship. Joseph married Asenath, daughter of its priest, and On was also associated with learning in Egypt.
Onam
People & Groups - Old Testament
Onam was the name of persons in the genealogies of the Old Testament, including a descendant of Seir the Horite and a descendant of Jerahmeel.
Onan
People & Groups - Old Testament
Onan was the second son of Judah. He died under God’s judgment because of his evil conduct toward Tamar and his refusal to fulfill his family duty.
Onesimus
People & Groups - New Testament
Onesimus was a slave belonging to Philemon who encountered Paul in Rome and became a Christian. Paul sent him back to Philemon, urging that he be received no longer merely as a slave but as a beloved brother.
Onesiphorus
People & Groups - New Testament
Onesiphorus was an Ephesian Christian who courageously sought out and refreshed Paul when the apostle was imprisoned in Rome. Paul remembered his kindness and greeted his household.
ONIARES
People & Groups - Inter-testament
Oniares is the King James form of Arius, a name mentioned in 1 Maccabees 12:19.
Onias
People & Groups - Inter-testament
Onias was the name of several Jewish leaders in the period between the Old and New Testaments, including Onias III, a godly high priest who opposed the profanation of the temple.
Onion
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
An onion was a common food of Egypt. The Israelites remembered and desired Egypt’s onions and other foods while they were wandering in the wilderness.
ONIONS
Agriculture & Daily Life - Old Testament
Onions were among the foods from Egypt for which the Israelites longed in the wilderness. The onion was widely cultivated and valued as food in Egypt and Syria.
ONLY BEGOTTEN
Jesus Christ - New Testament
Only begotten translates a term emphasizing uniqueness. In reference to Jesus, it describes His unique relationship with the Father, His revelation of God, and His role as the mediator of salvation; elsewhere it may mean an only child.
Ono
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Ono was a town in Benjamin, situated in the plain of Ono near Lydda. Nehemiah refused repeated invitations to meet opponents there because they intended to harm him.
Onycha
Objects & Symbols - Old Testament
Onycha was an aromatic substance used as an ingredient in the sacred incense prescribed for Israel’s worship. It was probably the fragrant operculum, or covering, of a marine shellfish.
Onyx
Objects & Symbols - Old Testament
Onyx was a precious stone, or possibly a related variety of gem, used in the high priest’s breastplate and ephod. It was also counted among valuable stones in Scripture.
OPEN
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
To open means to uncover, unclose, or make accessible, whether referring to eyes, mouths, doors, heavens, or understanding. Scripture also says that all things are laid open before God.
Open place
Places & Geography - Old Testament
“Open place” refers either to Enaim, where Tamar sat, or possibly to a threshing floor near the gate of Samaria. The expression reflects differing translations of the Hebrew text.
OPERATION
Holy Spirit - Both
Operation means work, activity, or effective power. Scripture uses it for God’s creative work, the Spirit’s working through spiritual gifts, and God’s power in raising Christ and bringing believers to new life.
Ophel
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Ophel was a fortified hill or slope south of the temple mount in Jerusalem, between the central valley and the Kidron. It was strengthened by Judah’s kings and inhabited in part by temple servants.
Ophir
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Ophir was a region or trading center famous for its fine gold and other valuable goods. Solomon’s ships traveled there, but its exact geographical location remains uncertain.
Ophni
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Ophni was a town in the territory of Benjamin. It is commonly identified with Jifna, northwest of Bethel, though the identification is not certain.
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