Welcome to FaithTime’s Bible Glossary. Here you’ll find clear, biblically grounded explanations for key Bible terms beginning with the letter X, along with Scripture references and simple insights to help grow your knowledge and spiritual life.
Xerxes
Definition: Also known as Ahasuerus, Persian king who ruled during the events of Esther.
Scripture Reference: Esther 1:1
Simple Meaning: Xerxes’ story shows God’s providence in placing leaders and protecting His people.
Xenophobia / Stranger
Definition: Fear or hatred of foreigners; contrasted with God’s call to love the stranger.
Scripture Reference: Leviticus 19:34
Simple Meaning: God commands compassion and justice toward strangers and sojourners.
Xerophilous (Desert-loving) Symbolism
Definition: Refers to plants or places adapted to arid conditions; often metaphorical in Scripture.
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 35:1–2
Simple Meaning: God brings beauty, life, and provision even in harsh or barren conditions.
Xenial Conduct
Definition: Hospitality and kindness toward guests and strangers.
Scripture Reference: Hebrews 13:2
Simple Meaning: God values welcoming and caring for others, reflecting His love.
Xylophone / Musical Instruments (Symbolic Use)
Definition: While not directly mentioned, musical instruments in Scripture symbolize worship, celebration, and praise.
Scripture Reference: 1 Chronicles 15:16
Simple Meaning: Music glorifies God and unites His people in worship.
Xerxes’ Decree
Definition: The royal command issued by King Xerxes during Esther’s story.
Scripture Reference: Esther 3:12
Simple Meaning: God works through political events to accomplish His purposes.
Xanthos / Symbolic Colors
Definition: While not directly in the Bible, symbolic colors like yellow/gold represent God’s glory and blessing.
Scripture Reference: Revelation 21:18
Simple Meaning: Colors in Scripture often signify divine beauty, holiness, and reward.
Exaltation (Xalted Concept)
Definition: Lifting up or glorifying God or Christ.
Scripture Reference: Philippians 2:9
Simple Meaning: God is to be honored and glorified above all.
Xanthicus
Definition: Macedonian month corresponding to Nisan, time of Passover deliverance.
Scripture Reference: Echoes Exodus 12:2 (first month significance)
Simple Meaning: Xanthicus marks God’s appointed time for redemption.
Xerophagy
Definition: Eating dry food during fasting, symbolizing spiritual discipline.
Scripture Reference: Daniel 10:3 (no pleasant food)
Simple Meaning: Xerophagy teaches self-denial focuses heart on God.
Xystus
Definition: Portico where Jesus walked during temple cleansing.
Scripture Reference: Echoes John 10:23 (Solomon’s colonnade)
Simple Meaning: Xystus pictures Christ’s authority cleansing sacred spaces.
Xylon
Definition: Greek for “wood,” referring to Christ’s cross of redemption.
Scripture Reference: Acts 5:30 (hanged on tree)
Simple Meaning: Xylon transforms cursed wood into salvation’s instrument.
Xenodochium
Definition: Early church guest house for pilgrims and strangers.
Scripture Reference: Hebrews 13:2 (entertaining angels)
Simple Meaning: Xenodochium models hospitality serving Christ’s visitors.
Xiphos
Definition: Roman short sword symbolizing spiritual warfare weapon.
Scripture Reference: Ephesians 6:17 (sword of Spirit)
Simple Meaning: Xiphos pictures precise truth cutting spiritual darkness.
Xeric
Definition: Arid wilderness where God provided manna and water.
Scripture Reference: Exodus 17:6 (water from rock)
Simple Meaning: Xeric lands reveal God’s miraculous provision.
Xanthippe
Definition: Wife enduring Job’s trials, symbolizing faithful companionship.
Scripture Reference: Job 2:9 (contextual endurance)
Simple Meaning: Xanthippe shows covenant love withstands suffering.
Xebec
Definition: Swift ship symbolizing gospel spreading across seas.
Scripture Reference: Acts 21:2 (Phoenician sailing)
Simple Meaning: Xebec pictures rapid proclamation of good news.
Xeric Sanctuary
Definition: Desert tabernacle where God dwelt amid wilderness.
Scripture Reference: Exodus 25:8 (dwelling among them)
Simple Meaning: Xeric sanctuary proves God inhabits dry places.
Xandrion
Definition: Desert streambed where Israel found temporary refreshment.
Scripture Reference: Numbers 21:12 (Brook Zered context)
Simple Meaning: Xandrion shows God provides in dry wilderness journeys.
Xenagogy
Definition: Leading strangers to worship, like Melchizedek with Abraham.
Scripture Reference: Genesis 14:18
Simple Meaning: Xenagogy reveals God draws outsiders into true faith.
Xiphius
Definition: Swordfish symbolizing Leviathan’s piercing power under God.
Scripture Reference: Job 41:1 (sea monsters)
Simple Meaning: Xiphius pictures God’s dominion over creation’s fiercest.
Xylobalsamum
Definition: Fragrant resin from Gilead’s healing trees.
Scripture Reference: Jeremiah 8:22 (balm in Gilead)
Simple Meaning: Xylobalsamum foreshadows Christ’s spiritual healing balm.
Xerotes
Definition: Spiritual dryness God transforms into fruitfulness.
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 35:1 (desert blossoms)
Simple Meaning: Xerotes teaches God revives parched souls abundantly.
Xanthochroi
Definition: Fair-skinned descendants scattered by Babel’s judgment.
Scripture Reference: Genesis 11:8 (nations scattered)
Simple Meaning: Xanthochroi shows God’s sovereign division of peoples.
Xenophontes
Definition: Foreign shepherds like Jethro hosting Moses in exile.
Scripture Reference: Exodus 2:15-16
Simple Meaning: Xenophontes pictures God’s provision through unlikely hosts.
Xystarch
Definition: Temple overseer ensuring orderly worship processions.
Scripture Reference: Echoes 1 Chronicles 23:4 (officers)
Simple Meaning: Xystarch models reverent leadership of sacred gatherings.
Xeriscape
Definition: Barren Edom transformed by God’s future glory.
Scripture Reference: Isaiah 35:2 (desert like Sharon)
Simple Meaning: Xeriscape reveals God’s ability to beautify wastelands.
Xanthoderma
]Definition: Leprosy marking uncleanness healed by Christ’s touch.
Scripture Reference: Matthew 8:3 (cleansed leper)
Simple Meaning: Xanthoderma pictures sin’s mark removed by Messiah.
