Thematic Bible: Instances of outstanding religious persons
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Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Abraham
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » jacob
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » hezekiah
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » moses
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Jehoshaphat
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Abel
By faith Abel offered up to God a more acceptable sacrifice than Cain, through which he received the witness that he was righteous, God witnessing to his gifts: and through it he having died is still speaking.
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Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Solomon
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Zacharias
And the angel said to him; Fear not, Zacharias; because thy prayer has been heard, and thy wife Elizabeth shall bring forth a son to thee, and thou shalt call his name John.
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And Zacharias his father was filled with the Holy Ghost, and prophesied saying; Blessed be the Lord God of Israel, because He looked upon us and wrought redemption to His people, and raised up unto us a horn of salvation in the house of David His son. read more.
As he spoke through the mouth of His holy prophets from the beginning; salvation from our enemies, and from the hand of all those who hate us, to execute mercy with our fathers, and remember His holy covenant, the oath which He swore to Abraham our father: to grant unto us, having been delivered out of the hand of our enemies, to serve Him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our life. And thou, little child, shall be called a prophet of the Highest; for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare His ways, to give knowledge of salvation to His people in remission of their sins, through the bowels of mercy of our God, in which the dayspring from on high looked upon us, to appear unto those sitting in darkness and in the shadow of death, to direct our feet in the way of peace.
As he spoke through the mouth of His holy prophets from the beginning; salvation from our enemies, and from the hand of all those who hate us, to execute mercy with our fathers, and remember His holy covenant, the oath which He swore to Abraham our father: to grant unto us, having been delivered out of the hand of our enemies, to serve Him without fear, in holiness and righteousness before Him all the days of our life. And thou, little child, shall be called a prophet of the Highest; for thou shalt go before the face of the Lord to prepare His ways, to give knowledge of salvation to His people in remission of their sins, through the bowels of mercy of our God, in which the dayspring from on high looked upon us, to appear unto those sitting in darkness and in the shadow of death, to direct our feet in the way of peace.
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Noah
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Jehu
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Anna, the prophetess
And Anna was a prophetess, the daughter of Phanuel of the tribe of Asher, herself being advanced in many days, having lived with her husband seven years from her virginity; and she a widow of about fourscore years, who did not depart from the temple, worshiping night and day with fastings and prayers.
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Josiah
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Simeon
And behold, there was a man in Jerusalem whose name was Simeon; and the same man was righteous and godly, awaiting the consolation of Israel, and the Holy Spirit was on him; and it was revealed unto him by the Holy Spirit, that he should not see death before he may see the Christ of the Lord. And he came in the Spirit into the temple; and while the parents are bringing in the little child Jesus, that they may do according to the provisions of law concerning Him, read more.
he received Him into his arms and blessed God and said; Now, O Lord, thou art letting thy servant depart, in peace according to thy word; because mine eyes saw thy salvation, which thou didst prepare before the face of all peoples; a light unto the revelation of the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel. And His father and His mother were marveling at the words spoken concerning Him. And Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, His mother; Behold, he is appointed unto the fall and rising of many in Israel, and unto a sign which is spoken against; and a sword shall go through thy soul, in order that the reasonings of many hearts may be revealed.
he received Him into his arms and blessed God and said; Now, O Lord, thou art letting thy servant depart, in peace according to thy word; because mine eyes saw thy salvation, which thou didst prepare before the face of all peoples; a light unto the revelation of the Gentiles, and the glory of thy people Israel. And His father and His mother were marveling at the words spoken concerning Him. And Simeon blessed them and said to Mary, His mother; Behold, he is appointed unto the fall and rising of many in Israel, and unto a sign which is spoken against; and a sword shall go through thy soul, in order that the reasonings of many hearts may be revealed.
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Jabez
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Asa
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » The roman centurion
When He completed all His words in the ears of the people, He came into Capernaum. And the servant of a certain centurion, being sick, was about to die, who was precious to him. And hearing about Jesus, he sent elders of the Jews to Him, asking Him that having come He may save his servant. read more.
And they, having come to Jesus, continued to entreat Him earnestly, saying, That he to whom He will do this is worthy: for he loves our race, and himself built for us a synagogue. And Jesus went along with them. And already He being not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to Him, saying to Him, Lord, be not troubled: for I am not worthy that you may come in under my roof: Therefore I did not count myself worthy to come to thee; but speak the word, and my servant shall be healed. For I am also a man placed under authority, having soldiers under me: and I say to this one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it. And Jesus, having heard these words, was astonished at him, and turning to the multitude following said, I say unto you, I did not find so great faith in Israel. And those having been sent, returning to the house, found the servant well.
And they, having come to Jesus, continued to entreat Him earnestly, saying, That he to whom He will do this is worthy: for he loves our race, and himself built for us a synagogue. And Jesus went along with them. And already He being not far from the house, the centurion sent friends to Him, saying to Him, Lord, be not troubled: for I am not worthy that you may come in under my roof: Therefore I did not count myself worthy to come to thee; but speak the word, and my servant shall be healed. For I am also a man placed under authority, having soldiers under me: and I say to this one, Go, and he goeth; and to another, Come, and he cometh; and to my servant, Do this, and he doeth it. And Jesus, having heard these words, was astonished at him, and turning to the multitude following said, I say unto you, I did not find so great faith in Israel. And those having been sent, returning to the house, found the servant well.
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Daniel
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Jethro
Religion » Instances of outstanding religious persons » Eunice and lois
having received the remembrance of the unhypocritical faith which is in you; which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois, and your mother Eunice; and, I am persuaded that it is in you also.
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