prophetנָבִיא
nābîʾ · Hebrew Noun
A messenger authorized by God to communicate His will, truth, or prophetic revelations to His people. In the Old Testament, these individuals were often designated to speak on behalf of Yahweh, sometimes predicting future events or calling the nation to repentance.
man of Godאִישׁ הָאֱלֹהִים
ʾîš hāʾĕlōhîm · Hebrew Noun phrase
A title used for an individual who has been specifically commissioned and empowered by God to deliver a message or perform a sign. It emphasizes the servant's direct obedience to Yahweh rather than to human authority.
Bethelבֵּית־אֵל
Bêṯ-ʾĒl · Hebrew Proper Noun
The administrative center of Israelite worship, associated with the site where Jacob had a vision. In this context, it was the location of a golden calf shrine established by Jeroboam, representing apostasy and disobedience to the law of Moses.
Judahיְהוּדָה
Yĕhûḏâ · Hebrew Proper Noun
The southern kingdom of Israel after the division, often associated with Jerusalem and the site of the true temple. The designation here emphasizes the origin and legitimacy of the prophet in contrast to the apostate northern kingdom.
donkeyחֲמוֹר
ḥămôr · Hebrew Noun
A common animal used for transport and labor in the ancient Near East. Beyond its utilitarian function, it is frequently associated with the movement of travelers and figures of importance.
oakאֵלָה
ʾēlâ · Hebrew Noun
An ancient, often majestic tree commonly used as a site for significant meetings, religious ceremonies, or as a landmark for travelers seeking shade and rest. In biblical narrative, oak trees are frequently associated with important encounters or burials.
breadלֶחֶם
leḥem · Hebrew Noun
A basic form of sustenance, often representing life, hospitality, and fellowship in biblical culture. To eat bread with someone was a sign of covenant friendship, peace, or social acceptance.
word of the LORDדָּבָר
dabar YHWH · Hebrew Noun
A revelation or message communicated by God to His people, often through prophets, carrying the full authority of the speaker. It denotes God’s self-disclosure, command, or decree.
prophetנָבִיא
nabi' · Hebrew Noun
A human being chosen by God to serve as His spokesperson, conveying divine messages, warnings, or predictions to individuals or the nation. Their authority is strictly tied to the fidelity of their message to God's revelation.
angelמַלְאָךְ
mal'ak · Hebrew Noun
A messenger from the heavenly realm sent by God to execute His will, deliver messages, or protect His people. In biblical usage, angels act as direct agents of God’s authority.
liedכָּחַשׁ
kachash · Hebrew Verb
To state something false with the intent to deceive; a violation of truth that subverts God’s order and intent, especially when presented under the guise of religious authority.
disobeyedמָרָה
marah · Hebrew Verb
To fail to obey or follow a specific instruction or command. In a biblical context, it implies a rebellion against divine authority, indicating a failure to align one's actions with God's revealed will.
word of the LORDדָּבָר
dabar · Hebrew Noun
A formal, authoritative communication from God to humanity. It serves as the standard for truth and the basis for covenantal obligations, requiring absolute obedience and fidelity.
commandמִצְוָה
mitsvah · Hebrew Noun
A solemn, authoritative charge or directive issued by God to His people. Keeping a command is a primary expression of fear of God and love for Him.
tombקְבוּרָה
qeburah · Hebrew Noun
A place of burial, often associated with family ancestral grounds in Israelite culture. Proper burial in one's father's tomb symbolized continuity, honor, and covenantal connection to the people of God.
prophetנָבִיא
nabiy' · Hebrew Noun
One who speaks on behalf of God, conveying divine messages to the people. While often associated with foretelling the future, the primary role is forth-telling the will and word of God to call people back to covenant faithfulness.
lionאֲרִי
ariy · Hebrew Noun
A large predatory cat; in biblical symbolism, lions often represent strength, judgment, or an instrument of God's sudden, inescapable wrath when disobedience occurs.