Answers in The Bible
Here are Bible-related topics that begin with the letter "M" along with brief explanations or references:
People:
Moses – The prophet who led the Israelites out of Egypt and received the Ten Commandments.
Mary – The mother of Jesus, central to the New Testament.
Mary Magdalene – A follower of Jesus, the first to witness His resurrection.
Melchizedek – A priest and king who blessed Abraham, symbolizing Christ in Hebrews.
Matthew – One of Jesus’ apostles and the author of the Gospel of Matthew.
Martha – Sister of Mary and Lazarus, known for her hospitality and faith.
Mordecai – Esther’s cousin and a key figure in saving the Jews from destruction.
Places:
Mount Sinai – The mountain where Moses received the Law.
Mount Zion – A hill in Jerusalem, symbolic of God’s presence and kingdom.
Moab – A region and nation often interacting with Israel in the Old Testament.
Magdala – The hometown of Mary Magdalene.
Concepts:
Messiah – The anointed one prophesied in the Old Testament, fulfilled in Jesus Christ.
Mercy – God’s compassion and forgiveness, a recurring theme in Scripture.
Mission – The spreading of God’s message, exemplified in the Great Commission.
Manna – The bread from heaven provided to the Israelites during their wilderness journey.
Martyrdom – Sacrificing one’s life for faith in God, seen in both Old and New Testaments.
Books of the Bible:
Matthew – A Gospel focusing on Jesus as the fulfillment of Old Testament prophecy.
Mark – A Gospel emphasizing Jesus’ actions and servant leadership.
Malachi – A prophetic book calling for faithfulness to God.
Micah – A prophetic book emphasizing justice, mercy, and humility.
Objects and Symbols:
Mountain – Symbolic of divine revelation and God’s presence (e.g., Mount Sinai, Sermon on the Mount).
Mantle – A garment representing authority or calling (e.g., Elijah’s mantle passed to Elisha).
Myrrh – A gift brought to Jesus by the Magi, also used for anointing and burial.
Millstone – Symbolic of judgment or burden in Jesus’ teachings.
Events:
Moses at the burning bush – God’s call to Moses to lead the Israelites out of Egypt.
Miracles of Jesus – Including healing, feeding the multitudes, and calming the storm.
Mount of Transfiguration – Where Jesus revealed His divine glory to Peter, James, and John.
Marriage at Cana – Jesus’ first miracle, turning water into wine.