Answers in The Bible

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

People:

  • Jesus – The central figure of Christianity, the Son of God and Savior of the world.

  • Jacob – Son of Isaac, later named Israel; father of the twelve tribes of Israel.

  • Joseph – (Old Testament) Jacob’s son, sold into slavery, who rose to power in Egypt.

  • Joseph – (New Testament) The earthly father of Jesus.

  • John the Baptist – The forerunner of Jesus who preached repentance and baptized people.

  • Jonah – A prophet swallowed by a great fish for fleeing God’s call.

  • Joshua – Moses’ successor who led the Israelites into the Promised Land.

  • Jezebel – A queen known for her idolatry and opposition to God’s prophets.

Places:

  • Jerusalem – The holy city central to biblical history and prophecy.

  • Jordan River – Where Jesus was baptized and a site of many key events.

  • Jericho – The city whose walls fell after Joshua’s army marched around them.

  • Joppa – A port city mentioned in the stories of Jonah and Peter.

  • Judea – A region significant in the ministry of Jesus.

Concepts:

  • Judgment – God’s righteous evaluation of humanity’s actions.

  • Justice – A central attribute of God, emphasizing fairness and righteousness.

  • Joy – A fruit of the Spirit and a theme of celebration in the Bible.

  • Justification – Being declared righteous by faith in Jesus Christ.

Books of the Bible:

  • John – A Gospel focusing on Jesus as the Son of God.

  • James – A New Testament letter addressing faith and works.

  • Judges – A historical book about Israel’s leaders before the monarchy.

  • Job – A wisdom book exploring suffering and God’s sovereignty.

  • Jeremiah – A prophetic book calling Israel to repentance.

  • Joel – A prophetic book focusing on the Day of the Lord.

  • Joshua – A historical book about the conquest of Canaan.

  • Jude – A New Testament letter warning against false teachers.

Objects and Symbols:

  • Jar of oil – Symbolic of provision and anointing (e.g., Elijah and the widow).

  • Jewel – Represents value and God’s care for His people.

  • Javelin – A weapon mentioned in various battles (e.g., Saul’s attempt to kill David).

  • Justice scales – Symbolize fairness and judgment.

Events:

  • Jesus’ birth – The incarnation of the Son of God.

  • Jesus’ crucifixion and resurrection – Central events of the Gospel.

  • Jacob’s ladder – A vision of angels ascending and descending a staircase to heaven.

  • Joshua’s conquest – The taking of the Promised Land by the Israelites.

  • Jonah’s mission – His call to preach repentance to Nineveh.