Devil | Διάβολος: The Many Faces of Evil
The figure of “the Devil” appears in various forms throughout the Bible, from the talking serpent in Genesis to the dragon of Revelation. He is depicted as tempter, accuser, fallen angel, and personification of evil. This complex character has roots in ancient Jewish and early Christian texts and has evolved significantly over the centuries. While […]
Barabbas: The Man Who Escaped Death
In the Easter story, Pontius Pilate offered the mob a stark choice – condemn Jesus to crucifixion, or set free Barabbas, a convicted murderer and insurrectionist. To Pilate’s astonishment, they cried for Barabbas’ release over the innocent Christ. So as Jesus was led away to be executed in his place, Barabbas escaped the death he […]
Cain and Abel
Cain and Abel, the sons of Adam and Eve, hold a significant place in biblical lore as figures central to the story of the first murder recorded in religious texts. Their narrative, deeply entrenched in Christian, Jewish, and Islamic traditions, is found in the Book of Genesis, specifically Genesis 4:1-16. The precise dates of birth […]