HELLENISTS
Hellenists were people of the ancient world who spoke Greek and embraced Greek cultural ideals. Some of these ideals were contrary to Christian belief; but…
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HEPHZIBAH
In the book of 2 Kings, Manasseh, who ruled for fifty-five years in Jerusalem, was an evil king who committed many abominations. Even evil kings…
HERESY
HeresyHeresy is a belief or set of beliefs and actions contrary to those accepted by the Christian church. Gnostic thought is one example of an…
Herod Antipas
King over Galilee who executed John the Baptist and mocked Jesus before the crucifixion.
Herod the Great
King over Judea at the time of Jesus' birth.
HERODIANS
The HerodiansThe Herodians were a public political party favorable to Herod the Great, who ruled in Palestine when Jesus was born. Later, in opposition to…
Hezekiah
Judean king noted for his reforms in time of Isaiah.