Biblical Figures
Patriarchs, prophets, kings, and sages of the Jewish tradition
Prophets
5 figures
Abraham
אברהםPatriarchs & Matriarchs
The first patriarch of the Jewish people. God made a covenant with Abraham, promising that his descendants would become a …
David
דודKings
King of Israel, warrior, poet, and author of many Psalms. Established Jerusalem as the capital and prepared for the building …
Isaiah
ישעיהוProphets
Major prophet who prophesied during the reigns of four kings of Judah. His book contains visions of universal peace, messianic …
Jeremiah
ירמיהוProphets
Prophet who warned of Jerusalem's destruction before the Babylonian exile (586 BCE). Known as the 'weeping prophet' for his laments. …
Moses
משהProphets
The greatest prophet in Judaism, who led the Israelites out of Egypt, received the Torah at Mount Sinai, and guided …
Patriarchs, Kings & Sages
5 figures
Ezra
עזראProphets
Scribe and priest who led the return from Babylonian exile and restored Torah observance in Jerusalem. Established the Great Assembly …
Hillel the Elder
הלל הזקןSages (Talmudic)
One of the most important sages of the Talmudic era (110 BCE – 10 CE). Founded the House of Hillel, …
Rashi
רש"יSages (Talmudic)
Rabbi Shlomo Yitzchaki (1040-1105), the foremost commentator on the Torah and Talmud. His commentary on the Torah is printed alongside …
Shammai
שמאיSages (Talmudic)
Contemporary and intellectual rival of Hillel the Elder. Founded the House of Shammai, known for stricter legal interpretations. The debates …
Solomon
שלמהKings
Son of David, the wisest king of Israel. Built the First Temple in Jerusalem. Author of Proverbs, Ecclesiastes (Kohelet), and …