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.
Avith
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Avith was the royal city of Hadad, an early king of Edom. Its exact location is unknown.
AVOID
Other - Both
In older English biblical usage, avoid can mean escape, turn away from, refuse, or arrange to prevent something. Its meaning therefore depends on the passage in which it occurs.
AVOUCH
Law & Covenant - Old Testament
To avouch is to confess, avow, or publicly and solemnly declare something. In Deuteronomy, the term describes Israel’s formal acknowledgment of the Lord and His covenant relationship.
AWA
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Awa was an Assyrian province whose inhabitants were transferred by Shalmaneser to cities in Samaria after the Israelites were exiled. It is probably the same region called Ivva elsewhere.
AWAIT
Other - New Testament
In Acts 9:24, “await” is an obsolete noun meaning an ambush or plot. It refers to the scheme arranged by Saul’s enemies to kill him.
AWAKE
Christian Life - Both
Awake ordinarily means to rise from sleep, but Scripture also uses it figuratively for moral and spiritual renewal. It can describe awakening from spiritual death, resurrection from the grave, or renewed zeal for God.
AWAY WITH
Other - Both
“Away with” may mean endure or tolerate, as in refusing to accept sinful worship, or it may be a cry demanding that someone be removed or destroyed.
AWE
Worship & Prayer - Both
Awe is fear joined with reverence and wonder. In Scripture it commonly describes the worshiper’s response to God’s holiness, majesty, and power, leading to reverence and careful obedience.
Awl
Objects & Symbols - Old Testament
An awl was a pointed tool used to pierce the ear of a servant who chose lifelong service to his master. The act symbolized willing and continuing obedience.
Axe
Agriculture & Daily Life - Both
An axe was a cutting and hewing tool used for felling trees, preparing timber, and other work. Scripture also uses the axe figuratively for judgment and for an instrument of war.
AYIN
Original Language - Old Testament
Ayin is the sixteenth letter of the Hebrew alphabet, named from a word meaning “eye” or “fountain.” It is a guttural consonant, has a numerical value of seventy, and begins the sixteenth section of Psalm 119.
Azal
Places & Geography - Old Testament
Azal is a place or boundary mentioned in Zechariah’s prophecy concerning the Mount of Olives. Its precise identification is uncertain, and the name may also be understood in the sense of “near.”
Azaliah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Azaliah was the father of Shaphan the scribe during Josiah’s reign. He is mentioned in connection with the discovery of the book of the Law.
Azaniah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Azaniah was the father or ancestor of Jeshua the Levite, who signed the covenant in Nehemiah’s time.
Azarael
People & Groups - Old Testament
Azarael was a Levite musician who took part in the temple service after the return from exile.
Azareel, Or Azareel
People & Groups - Old Testament
Azareel is a Hebrew name meaning “whom the Lord helps.” Several biblical men bore this name or a closely related form.
AZAREL
People & Groups - Old Testament
Azarel, also called Azareel or Azarael, is the name of several Old Testament men, including a soldier of David, a temple musician, priests, and other Israelites mentioned in genealogical and postexilic records.
Azariah
People & Groups - Old Testament
Azariah, meaning “the LORD has helped,” was a common name borne by priests, Levites, kings, prophets, and other biblical persons. One notable Azariah was Daniel’s companion Abed-nego, and another was King Uzziah of Judah.
Azaz
People & Groups - Old Testament
Azaz was a descendant of Reuben and the father of Bela.
Azazel
Law & Covenant - Old Testament
Azazel is the designation associated with the second goat in the Day of Atonement ritual. After Israel’s sins were confessed over it, the goat was sent into the wilderness, symbolizing the complete removal of guilt.
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