Dictionaries :: DodanimEaston's Bible DictionaryDodanim: leaders, a race descended from Javan (Gen 10:4). They are known in profane history as the Dardani, originally inhabiting Illyricum. They were a semi-Pelasgic race, and in the ethnographical table (Gen 10) they are grouped with the Chittim (q.v.). In 1Ch 1:7, they are called ......

SALOME sa-lo'-me (Salome): (1) One of the holy women who companied with Jesus in Galilee, and ministered to Him (Mark 15:40,41). She was present at the crucifixion (Mark 15:40), and was among those who came to the tomb of Jesus on the resurrection morning (Mark 16:1,2). Comparison with Matthew 27:56 clearly identifies her with the w......

Dictionaries :: TestatorVine's Expository Dictionary of New Testament Words1Strong's Number: g1303Greek: diatithemiTestator:"to arrange, dispose," is used only in the Middle Voice in the NT; in Hbr 9:16, 17, the present participle with the article, lit., "the (one) making a testament (or covenant)," virtually a noun, "the testator" (......

Bible Verses About Losing Loved OnesHope and Assurance in God's PresenceIn the journey of coping with loss, we often seek assurance that our loved ones are at peace and that God is with us in our grief. These comforting Bible verses remind us that God's presence transcends the pain of our loss. We can find solace in knowing that whil......

What does 2 Peter chapter 2 mean?In 2 Peter chapter 2, Peter describes and harshly condemns the false teachers who had entered the church. He promises their destruction, which will be brought by God. Peter also shows the impact of their lies on those who might believe them. Who are these false teachers? They were not strangers who sh......

Bible Verses About TruthThe Nature of TruthIn exploring the Bible verses about truth, we realize that truth is part of God's nature. He is not just a source of truth but the very essence of it. When we read the Scriptures, we discover that truth is not merely a concept but a living reality that affects our beliefs and actions. By und......

Dictionaries :: SleightInternational Standard Bible EncyclopaediaSleight: slit: No connection with "slight," but from the same root as "sly" and so =" cunning." So in Eph 4:14, "sleight of men," for kubeia, "dice-plalying" (compare "cube") "gamblers' tricks" "trickery." King James DictionarySleight: Trickery; Entrapment by Deceit.......

GALLIO gal'-i-o (Gallion): The Roman deputy or proconsul of Achaia, before whom Paul was haled by his Jewish accusers on the apostle's first visit to Corinth, during his second missionary journey (Acts 18:12-17). The trial was not of long duration. Although Gallio extended his protection to the Jewish religion as one of the religion......

Bible Verses About Loving One AnotherEmbracing Our NeighborsIn the journey of faith, we are reminded of the significant role played by our neighbors. As Christians, the Bible instructs us to love our neighbors as we love ourselves. This command is deeply rooted in the second great commandment, which states, “Love your neighbor ......

KISHI kish'i (qishi, "snarer," "fowler"): Father of Ethan, one of the singers David "set over the service of song" in the house of the Lord (1 Chronicles 6:31); the "Kushaiah" of 1 Chronicles 15:17 (compare 1 Chronicles 6:44). Copyright Statement These files are public domain. Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General ......