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Adoniram was a Levite leader who served during King David's reign, representing faithful service in God's kingdom administration.

Adoption describes both God's gracious act of making believers His children and the caring provision for orphans in human families.

Adoraim was a fortified city in Judah that King Rehoboam strengthened as part of his defensive strategy to protect his kingdom.

Adoram was a biblical figure who served as supervisor of forced labor under Kings David, Solomon, and Rehoboam, ultimately meeting a tragic end.

Adrammelech appears in Scripture as both a pagan deity worshipped through child sacrifice and as the name of an Assyrian prince who murdered his father.

Adramyttium was an ancient port city in Asia Minor, mentioned in Acts as the origin of the ship that carried Paul toward Rome.

The Adriatic Sea, mentioned in Acts 27:27, represents the Mediterranean waters where Paul experienced God's faithfulness during his perilous journey to Rome.

Adriel was a man from Meholah who married Merab, King Saul's daughter, and whose five sons were executed for Saul's covenant-breaking.

Adullam was a Canaanite city and cave where David found refuge, representing God's provision of sanctuary during times of distress and persecution.

Adultery is the breaking of marriage covenant through sexual unfaithfulness, representing both literal betrayal and symbolic spiritual unfaithfulness to God.

Adummim is a geographical location mentioned in Scripture that marked important territorial boundaries in the Promised Land of Israel.

An advocate is one who pleads another's cause, with Jesus Christ serving as our perfect advocate before the Father and the Holy Spirit interceding for believers.

Aeneas was a paralyzed man in Lydda whom Peter healed through Jesus Christ, demonstrating God's miraculous power and sparking revival.

Affections refer to the deep emotions and desires of the heart that Scripture calls believers to direct toward God above all earthly things.

Affections, the

The affections are the deep emotions and desires of the heart that Scripture calls believers to direct toward God above all earthly things.

The afflicted are those who suffer hardship, persecution, or distress, whom God promises to comfort, deliver, and use for His glory.

Afflicted Saints

Afflicted saints are believers who endure suffering while maintaining faith, experiencing God's presence and purpose through their trials.

Afflicted, Duty Toward The

Scripture calls believers to actively care for those experiencing suffering, poverty, and distress as an expression of Christ's love and obedience to God.

Affliction, Consolation Under

God promises comfort and strength to His people during times of suffering, using affliction to deepen faith and demonstrate His faithful love.

Affliction, Prayer Under

Scripture teaches that prayer during times of affliction is both natural and necessary, offering believers direct access to God's comfort and strength.

Afflictions are trials and sufferings that God allows in believers' lives for spiritual growth, character development, and His glory.

Afflictions and Adversities

Afflictions and adversities are the trials and sufferings believers face, which God uses for our spiritual growth, refinement, and His glory.

Afflictions Made Beneficial

God sovereignly uses trials and sufferings to refine His people's faith, develop Christian character, and accomplish His redemptive purposes in their lives.

Afflictions of the Wicked, the

Scripture reveals that God's righteous judgment brings specific consequences upon those who persist in wickedness and rebellion against Him.

Agabus was a New Testament prophet who accurately foretold future events through the Holy Spirit's revelation, demonstrating God's continued guidance of His church.

Agag was an Amalekite king whose story demonstrates the importance of complete obedience to God's commands and the consequences of partial obedience.

Agate is a precious stone mentioned in Scripture as part of the high priest's breastplate, symbolizing God's beauty and eternal glory.

The aged hold a position of honor in Scripture, deserving respect and offering wisdom gained through years of walking with God.

Agee represents a biblical father whose son served as one of David's mighty warriors, illustrating God's faithfulness across generations.

Agency refers to our God-given capacity to make moral choices and act as responsible beings, balanced with divine sovereignty and grace.

Agriculture in Scripture reveals God's provision, mankind's stewardship calling, and spiritual principles of sowing, reaping, and faithful dependence on divine blessing.

Agriculture or Husbandry

Agriculture and husbandry represent God's provision for humanity's sustenance and reveal profound spiritual truths about His care, faithfulness, and our stewardship responsibilities.

King Agrippa was a first-century ruler who heard Paul's gospel testimony, representing those who intellectually acknowledge truth but resist personal commitment to Christ.

Ague refers to fever with chills, mentioned in Leviticus as a divine judgment for covenant disobedience, teaching God's sovereignty over health and blessing.

Agur was the wise author of Proverbs 30, whose humble prayers and penetrating observations offer timeless wisdom for godly living.

Ahab was Israel's most wicked king whose reign exemplifies the devastating consequences of abandoning God for idolatry and moral compromise.

Aharah was a son of Benjamin and grandson of Jacob, representing God's faithfulness to His covenant promises through Israel's tribal lineage.

Aharhel was a descendant of Judah mentioned in the genealogical records, demonstrating God's faithfulness in preserving His covenant people.

Ahasai was a priest who served in Jerusalem after the Babylonian exile, representing God's faithfulness in restoring His people and worship.

Ahasbai was a biblical figure mentioned in the genealogical records, representing God's faithfulness in preserving family lineages throughout Scripture.

Ahasuerus was a powerful Persian king who ruled over a vast empire and plays a central role in God's providence in the book of Esther.

Ahava represents the Hebrew concept of deep, covenant love that reflects God's faithful, sacrificial love for His people and our call to love others.

Ahaz was a wicked king of Judah who rejected God's promises and sought security through foreign alliances rather than trusting in the Lord.

Ahban was a descendant of Judah through Jerahmeel, representing God's faithfulness in preserving genealogical records and His covenant promises.

Ahi represents several biblical figures whose names mean "my brother," illustrating God's desire for familial relationships among His people.

Ahijah represents several biblical figures whose names mean "brother of Yahweh," demonstrating God's faithfulness through both faithful servants and flawed leaders.

Ahiam was one of David's thirty mighty warriors, representing faithfulness and courage among those who served God's anointed king.

Ahian was a descendant of Manasseh listed in the tribal genealogies, representing God's faithfulness to His covenant promises across generations.

Ahiezer represents faithful leadership and covenant loyalty, appearing as both a tribal leader in Numbers and a warrior supporter of David.

Ahihud appears as two different biblical figures: a tribal leader during Israel's conquest and a descendant in King David's genealogical line.