Modern historians discount what they term the great man theory of history. By this, they mean the idea that history is moved and directed by great men who make a difference in the outcome of history. To them, men do not make history but history makes men.
Bible Dictionary Entry. Although the name Abdon is only used eight times in the Bible, it is used as the name of four men and one city.
Bible Dictionary Entry. Abdeel means servant of God. The name is mentioned only in Jeremiah 36:26
Many a misguided believer or critic who opposes the death penalty will quote the well known sixth commandment, “Thou shalt not kill” (Exodus 20:13) as the basis for their argument.
Bible Dictionary Entry. The name Abarim means regions beyond and refers to regions east of the Jordan River.
Bible Dictionary Entry. Ab is the Jewish name for the fifth month in the religious calendar and the eleventh month of the civil calendar.
