Barak

Barak was a military leader in the Old Testament of the Bible. His name means “lightning” in Hebrew. Although the exact date of his birth is unknown, Barak is mentioned in the Book of Judges, specifically in Judges 4-5. He is the son of Abinoam from Kedesh...

Barnabas

Barnabas, born Joseph, was an early Christian apostle and missionary. He is often referred to as the “Son of Encouragement” due to his role as a mentor and encourager within the early church. His name “Barnabas” means “son of...

Bartholomew

Bartholomew, also known as Nathanael, was one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. The name Bartholomew is derived from the Aramaic name “Bar-Tôlmay,” which means “son of Talmai” or “son of the furrows.” The name Nathanael...

Boaz

Boaz is a significant character in the Hebrew Bible, particularly in the Book of Ruth. He is portrayed as a wealthy landowner in Bethlehem, a city in Judah, and as a kind and compassionate man who becomes a kinsman-redeemer for Ruth and her mother-in-law, Naomi. The...

Cushan-Rishathaim

Cushan-Rishathaim was a king of Aram-Naharaim who served as the first oppressor of the Israelites in the book of Judges. His name means “Cushan of double wickedness” in Hebrew. The exact year of his birth is unknown. Early Life of Cushan-Rishathaim Little...