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Who is Abraham in biblical context?
What does Absalom symbolize?
The loss to a father of a favorite, yet rebellious son.
What is Armageddon known for?
What does Babylon represent?
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David and Goliath represents an unequal contest where the 'underdog' triumphs.
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What does Doubting Thomas represent?
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What does the Eye of the Needle metaphor imply?
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What does the Exodus symbolize?
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What do the Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse represent?
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What does the Garden of Eden symbolize?
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What does Golgotha mean?
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What is the lesson from the Good Samaritan?
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What is the symbolism of the Golden Calf?
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What does the story of Job illustrate?
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What does Judas Iscariot represent?
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What does the Last Supper signify?
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What does Lazarus represent?
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What is the distinction between Lucifer and Satan?
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Who are the Magi?
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What does manna symbolize?
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What does Moses symbolize?
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What does Noah and the Flood represent?
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What does the Olive Branch symbolize?
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What is Original Sin?
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What does the Prodigal Son Parable illustrate?
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Study Notes
Biblical Allusions
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Abraham: Archetypal patriarch; represents patriarchal values, wisdom, and fertility. The father of Hebrew people.
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Absalom: Son of King David who rebelled against his father; symbolizes the loss of a favored, rebellious son.
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Armageddon: Refers to the final battle between good and evil at the end of times; signifies a climactic showdown and judgment day.
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Babylon: Represents grandeur, wickedness, and wealth; a city on the Euphrates River associated with the Jewish exile.
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Cain and Abel: Cain murders his brother Abel out of jealousy; symbolizes betrayal by a trusted individual.
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Daniel: Known for defying Babylonian rulers; symbolizes courage under extreme danger. "Writing on the wall" signifies doom.
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David and Bathsheba: David's treacherous love leading to Uriah's death; archetype of guilt-ridden romance and massive sin.
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David and Goliath: Tale of an underdog defeat; symbolizes unequal contests where the weaker party triumphs against all odds.
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Doubting Thomas: Apostle who demands proof of Christ's resurrection; represents skepticism and the need for tangible evidence in faith.
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Eye of the Needle: A saying illustrating that it's easier for a camel to pass through a needle's eye than for a rich man to enter heaven; signifies difficult tasks.
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Exodus: Moses leads Hebrews from slavery in Egypt; symbolizes migration and deliverance due to oppression.
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Four Horsemen of the Apocalypse: Represent war, famine, pestilence, and death; allude to impending global disasters.
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Garden of Eden: The paradise where humanity began; symbolizes serenity and untouched beginnings.
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Gethsemane: A place of suffering; alludes to intense emotional struggle before significant trials.
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Golgotha: The site of Jesus's crucifixion; symbolizes sorrowful, dark places of judgment and death.
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The Good Samaritan: Represents a person who helps others selflessly; symbolizes compassion and selflessness for those in need.
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The Good Shepherd: Jesus compared to a loyal shepherd who protects his flock; denotes guidance and trust in divine leadership.
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The Golden Calf: A false idol worshipped by the Israelites in the desert; symbolizes the dangers of idolatry and temptation.
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Jezebel: A manipulative and immoral queen; represents scheming and cruelty in leadership.
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Job: An exemplar of patience and faith; symbolizes unwavering loyalty through suffering and eventual restoration.
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Jonah and the Whale: Jonah's journey illustrates redemption and obedience after a period of avoidance; symbolizes the call to service.
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Judas Iscariot: Apostle who betrayed Jesus for 30 pieces of silver; signifies betrayal and treachery.
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Last Supper: The final meal of Jesus before his crucifixion; symbolizes farewells and significant transitions.
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Lazarus: Raised from the dead by Jesus; signifies miraculous comebacks and hope.
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Lucifer vs. Satan: Lucifer, the light bearer, falls from grace becoming Satan; represents the dichotomy of good and evil.
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The Magi: Wise men who recognized Jesus's significance and brought gifts; symbolize prophecy and acknowledgment of divine truths.
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Manna: Sustenance provided by God during the Israelites' desert travels; symbolizes divine provision and miracles.
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Moses: Key prophet who led the Israelites and received the Ten Commandments; symbolizes liberation and divine law.
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Noah and the Flood: Noah's faith leads to the continuation of life after divine judgment; symbolizes new beginnings.
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Olive Branch: Represents peace and hope; signifies new beginnings post-calamity.
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Original Sin/The Fall: Adam and Eve's disobedience leading to humanity's moral struggles; symbolizes the burden of sin.
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Philistine: Represents disdain for intellectual pursuits and cultural indifference.
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Pontius Pilate: Roman governor symbolizing moral failure and cowardice in the face of justice.
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Prodigal Son Parable: Teaches about forgiveness and redemption; highlights God's compassion for the repentant.
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Saint Stephen: First Christian martyr noted for his devotion and forgiveness during persecution; symbolizes unwavering faith.
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Samson and Delilah: Represents loss of strength due to betrayal; symbolizes divine empowerment against obstacles.
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Scapegoat: A bearer of blame for others; illustrates themes of atonement and sacrifice.
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Sodom and Gomorrah: Cities destroyed due to sin and corruption; symbolizes divine judgment and moral decay.
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Solomon: Renowned for wisdom and compassion; alludes to a wise and just ruler.
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The Tree of Life: Represents God's gift of life and immortality in paradise.
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The Tree of Knowledge of Good and Evil: Represents the loss of innocence through disobedience; symbolizes the origin of humanity's moral dilemmas.
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Walking on Water: Indicates performing impossible tasks; associated with divine capability and miracles.
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Whited Sepulcher: Represents hypocrisy; signifies superficial purity hiding inner corruption.
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