9 occurrences

'Advocate' in the Bible

Mordecai the Jew was second only to King Ahasuerus. He was the highest-ranking Jew, and he was admired by his numerous relatives. He worked enthusiastically for the good of his people and was an advocate for the welfare of all his descendants.

Verse ConceptsPeace, In Christian LivingSecond Being

Even now my witness is in heaven; my advocate is on high.

Verse ConceptsAppealing To GodThe Witness Of God

He sees there is no advocate; he is shocked that no one intervenes. So he takes matters into his own hands; his desire for justice drives him on.

Verse ConceptsHelpfulnessRevival, Nature OfGod's Salvation Made KnownMessianic PropheciesGod HimselfNo One AvailableGod's InterventionSupportsurprises

Bible Theasaurus

Advise (26 instances)
Advocate (13 instances)
Counsellor (18 instances)
Counselor (26 instances)
Defend (63 instances)
Enforce (4 instances)
Lawyer (5 instances)
Pleader (1 instance)
Preach (84 instances)
Recommend (6 instances)
Second (312 instances)

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παράκλητος 
Parakletos 
Usage: 1

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