Bible Characters You Should Know

The people behind the stories — who they were and why they matter.

Jesus

Jesus

Son of God and Savior
New Testament

Jesus of Nazareth is the central figure of Christianity. Christians believe he is the Son of God who lived, died, and...

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Jonah

The Reluctant Prophet
Prophets

Jonah famously tried to run from God and ended up in the belly of a great fish. His story is about God's mercy...

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Joseph

The Dreamer of Egypt
Patriarchs

Joseph was sold into slavery by his own brothers but rose to become the second most powerful man in Egypt. His story is...

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Mary (Mother of Jesus)

Mary (Mother of Jesus)

Mother of Jesus
New Testament

Mary was a young Jewish woman from Nazareth chosen by God to be the mother of Jesus. Her faith and willingness changed...

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Mary Magdalene

First Witness to the Resurrection
New Testament

Mary Magdalene was one of Jesus' most devoted followers. She was the first person to see the risen Christ, making her...

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Moses

Moses

Leader of the Exodus
Patriarchs

Moses led the Israelites out of slavery in Egypt and received the Ten Commandments from God on Mount Sinai. He's one of...

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Noah

Builder of the Ark
Patriarchs

Noah was the man God chose to build an ark and preserve life on earth during the great flood. He's remembered as a...

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Paul

Paul

Apostle to the Gentiles
New Testament

Paul went from persecuting Christians to becoming Christianity's most influential missionary and theologian. He wrote...

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Peter

The Rock
New Testament

Peter was a fisherman who became Jesus' most prominent disciple. Bold and impulsive, he became the leader of the early...

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Ruth

The Loyal Daughter-in-Law
Judges

Ruth was a Moabite woman who chose to follow her mother-in-law Naomi back to Israel. Her loyalty and love led her into...

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Samson

The Strongman Judge
Judges

Samson was an Israelite judge with supernatural strength who fought the Philistines. His weakness for Delilah led to...

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Sarah

Mother of Nations
Patriarchs

Sarah was Abraham's wife and the mother of Isaac. She waited decades for God's promise of a child and became one of the...

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