Old Testament Patriarchs
The first man created by God and placed in the Garden of Eden (Gen 1–2).
Who is Adam?
Court prophet whose visions span judgment and hope, including the Suffering Servant.
Who is Isaiah?
The eternal Son of God incarnate; born of the Virgin Mary; Messiah and Lord who proclaimed the Kingdom, died for our sins, and rose on the third day.
Who is Jesus?
Roman governor who condemned Jesus to crucifixion.
Who is Pontius Pilate?
Roman officer who witnessed Jesus’ death and confessed His innocence/sonship.
Who is the Centurion at the Cross?
Called from Ur to become the father of a great nation; entered a covenant with God confirmed by oath and sign (circumcision).
Who is Abraham?
Exilic prophet and priest known for symbolic actions and visions (dry bones, new temple).
Who is Ezekiel?
Virgin of Nazareth who conceived by the Holy Spirit and bore the Savior; exemplar of faith and obedience.
Who's is the Virgin Mary?
High priest who convened the council against Jesus.
Who is Caiaphas?
Prisoner released instead of Jesus during Passover custom.
Who is Barabbas?
Prophet and deliverer raised in Pharaoh’s house who led Israel out of bondage.
Who is Moses?
Jewish exile in Babylon who rose to high office; known for integrity and visions.
Who is Daniel?
Fisherman called by Jesus; chief of the Twelve; confessed Jesus as the Christ.
Who is Simon (Peter)?
King at Jesus’ birth who sought to kill the infant Messiah.
Who is Herod the Great?
Rebellious son who squandered his inheritance but was welcomed by his father.
Who is the Prodigal Son (Younger Son)?
Righteous man who found favor with God amid widespread corruption and built the ark at God's command.
Who is Noah?
Post-exilic prophet with apocalyptic visions encouraging the community.
Who is Zechariah?
Former tax collector called to follow Jesus.
Who is Matthew (Levi)?
Tetrarch of Galilee who executed John the Baptist and examined Jesus.
Who is Herod Antipas?
Afflicted woman who touched Jesus’ garment in faith and was healed.
Who is the Woman with Hemorrhage?
Younger twin who received the birthright and blessing; experienced a life-changing encounter wrestling with God.
Who is Jacob or Israel?
Reluctant prophet sent to Nineveh; experienced God’s mercy firsthand.
Who is Jonah?
Respected council member who provided Jesus’ tomb.
Who is Joseph of Arimathea?
Roman centurion and God-fearer whose household received the Spirit.
Who is Cornelius?
Man compelled to carry Jesus’ cross.
Who is Simon of Cyrene?
Beloved son of Jacob sold into slavery, who rose to power in Egypt.
Who is Joseph?
Prophet of the last days of Judah, called from youth and opposed by many.
Who is Jeremiah?
Pharisee who sought Jesus by night and later defended Him and assisted at burial.
Who is Nicodemus?
Respected Pharisee who counseled restraint toward the apostles.
Who is Gamaliel?
Blind beggar of Jericho who cried out to Jesus and received sight.
Who is Bartimaeus?
Assistant to Moses who succeeded him and led Israel into Canaan.
Who is Joshua?
Countryside prophet who denounced corruption and proclaimed messianic hope from Bethlehem.
Who is Micah?
Young protégé of Paul with a Jewish mother and Greek father.
Who is Timothy?
Runaway slave who became a Christian and was reconciled to Philemon.
Who is Onesimus?
Wife of Herod Antipas who plotted John the Baptist’s death.
Who is Herodias?
One of the twelve spies who, with Joshua, trusted God’s promise despite opposition.
Who is Caleb?
Dialogue with God over injustice, moving from lament to trust. ‘The righteous shall live by faith’ becomes a key biblical theme.
Who is Habakkuk?
Persecutor turned apostle to the Gentiles after encountering the risen Christ.
Who is Paul (Saul of Tarsus)?
Proconsul of Cyprus who believed after witnessing Paul’s power over Elymas.
Who is Sergius Paulus?
Servant of the high priest whose ear Peter cut off; Jesus healed him.
Who is Malchus?
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