Bible Characters
This prophet, who "took care of sycamore fig trees" and was a sheep raiser from a humble background, willingly left his home in Judah to preach in Israel.
Who is Amos?
Mentioned by name 200 years before his birth, this Persian leader was prophesied by Isaiah to conquer Babylon and release the Jews from captivity.
Who is Cyrus?
In Governing Body Update #1 (2024), it was announced that brothers may choose to wear this, provided it is well-groomed, while sisters no longer have a requirement to wear skirts or dresses at meetings and in the ministry
What is a beard? (Note: Update #1 2024 specifically addressed beards; Update #3 expanded on casual dress and slacks for sisters).
This upbeat song, which became a favorite worldwide, describes a full-time servant's joy in the ministry and declares, "No other life could be so complete."
What is "The Best Life Ever"?
In 2024, it was clarified that the term "disfellowshipping" would be replaced by this phrase to describe someone being excluded from the Christian congregation
What is "removal from the congregation"?
This King of Judah did what was right in Jehovah's eyes for a time, but later became "haughty to his own ruin" and was struck with leprosy for trying to perform a priestly task
Who is Uzziah (also known as Azariah)?
According to the prophecy of Daniel, the "king of the north" and the "king of the south" established a marriage alliance when the daughter of the king of the south was given to the king of the north; history identifies her as this woman.
Who is Berenice?
According to Governing Body Update #1 (2025), a new appendix titled “Truths We Love to Teach” was added to this specific brochure to help publishers have more enjoyable conversations in the ministry.
What is Love People—Make Disciples?
This 2024 Convention song reminds us that the work of preaching has been directed by Jesus and supported by angels from the first century until today.
Answer: What is "Good News!"?
Long thought to have no hope of a return, a 2024 clarification noted that Jehovah may choose to provide a resurrection for individuals from these two destroyed ancient cities .
What are Sodom and Gomorrah?
According to the Bible’s genealogy and marginal references, Jesus was a direct descendant of King David through this specific son, who was born to David and Bath-sheba
Who is Nathan?
In a bold and specific prediction, Isaiah foretold that this "beauty of the pride of the Chaldeans" would eventually become a permanent desolation, never again to be inhabited—a condition that remains true today
What is Babylon?
In the October 2025 Study Edition of The Watchtower, a special announcement introduced these two brothers as the newest members of the Governing Body of Jehovah’s Witnesses.
Who are Jody Jedele and Jacob Rumph?
In the song "Two Small Coins," the lyrics highlight that Jehovah appreciates our sacrifices, no matter how great or small, based on this Bible character’s example at the temple.
Who is the needy widow?
A 2023 adjustment clarified that this specific prophecy in Isaiah 57:14, regarding the "clearing of the way," was fulfilled when the way out of this symbolic entity was prepared for God’s people
What is Babylon the Great?
Although often overlooked because her name is not mentioned in the Scriptures, this woman is credited for her selfless and obedient spirit in supporting her husband in his vital work before the flood.
Who is Noah’s wife?
The prophet Micah foretold some 700 years in advance that the Messiah would be born in this specific town, a prophecy fulfilled when a Roman decree required Joseph and Mary to travel there.
What is Bethlehem (or Bethlehem Ephrathah)?
In Governing Body Update #2 (2024), a change was made regarding individuals who are removed from the congregation; publishers may now give them a brief this, when they attend meetings at the Kingdom Hall.
What is a greeting?
In the song "The Search," the lyrics compare the discovery of the truth about God's name and His Kingdom to a merchant on a quest for this "priceless" object.
What is the pearl (or "priceless pearl of truth")?
In 2025, a clarification was made regarding the timing of this event, stating it could occur either before or after the destruction of false religion.
What is the declaration of “peace and security” (1 Thess. 5:3)?
Described as the first man in the Bible empowered to perform miracles, he served not only as a prophet but also as a judge, lawgiver, and leader of ancient Israel.
Who is Moses?
This eighth-century B.C.E. prophet correctly warned King Hezekiah that all the wealth in his house would eventually be carried away to Babylon, even though Babylon was not the dominant world power at the time.
Who is Isaiah?
Governing Body Update #6 (2025) provided a preview of the spiritual focus for the upcoming year by announcing this specific scripture as the 2026 Yeartext.
What is Matthew 5:3(Happy are those conscious of their spiritual need.)
This specific song for children and parents encourages families to "memorize the qualities" of the fruitage of the spirit and mentions that "self-control is a must."
What is "The Fruitage of the Spirit"?
In 1935, a major clarification identified this group as an earthly class with the hope of living forever on paradise earth, rather than a secondary heavenly class
Who is the “great crowd” (or Great Multitude)?