Answers in The Bible

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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.