Answers in The Bible

H

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Here are Bible-related topics that begin with the letter "H" along with brief explanations or references:

People:

  • Hannah – The mother of Samuel, known for her fervent prayer for a child.

  • Herod – A title for several rulers during Jesus’ time, including Herod the Great and Herod Antipas.

  • Hosea – A prophet whose life illustrated God’s faithfulness despite Israel’s unfaithfulness.

  • Hagar – Sarah’s servant and the mother of Abraham’s son, Ishmael.

  • Ham – One of Noah’s sons.

  • Hezekiah – A king of Judah known for his faithfulness and reforms.

Places:

  • Hebron – A city significant in the lives of Abraham, David, and the patriarchs.

  • Horeb – Another name for Mount Sinai, where Moses received the Ten Commandments.

  • Haran – A city where Abraham’s family lived before entering Canaan.

  • Hill of Golgotha – The site of Jesus’ crucifixion.

Concepts:

  • Holiness – The quality of being set apart for God; a key theme in Scripture.

  • Hope – Confidence in God’s promises for the future.

  • Humility – A virtue of reliance on God rather than self.

  • Healing – Physical and spiritual restoration, often associated with Jesus’ ministry.

  • Harvest – Used symbolically for evangelism and judgment.

Books of the Bible:

  • Hebrews – A New Testament book focusing on Christ as the fulfillment of the Old Testament.

  • Hosea – A prophetic book about God’s steadfast love and Israel’s unfaithfulness.

Objects and Symbols:

  • Horn – Represents strength, power, or a call to action (e.g., the horn of salvation).

  • Hyssop – A plant used for purification rituals in the Old Testament.

  • Honey – Symbolic of abundance and delight (e.g., "land flowing with milk and honey").

  • Hands – Often represent work, blessing, or the power of God.

Events:

  • Healing of the blind – A key miracle in Jesus’ ministry.

  • Healing of the lepers – Demonstrating Jesus’ compassion and power.

  • Hosanna – The praise shouted during Jesus’ triumphal entry into Jerusalem.

  • Hiding of Moses – His mother hid him in a basket to save him from Pharaoh’s decree.