In biblical terms, the concept of "personage" often refers to the distinct individuals or characters who play significant roles within the narrative of Scripture. These personages are not merely historical figures but are often seen as vessels through which God reveals His divine will and purpose. The Bible is replete with personages who exemplify faith, obedience, and sometimes rebellion, each contributing to the overarching account of God's relationship with humanity.

Old Testament Personages

1. Adam and Eve: As the first humans created by God, Adam and Eve are central figures in the Genesis account of creation. Their disobedience in the Garden of Eden (Genesis 3) introduces sin into the world, setting the stage for the need for redemption.

2. Abraham: Known as the father of faith, Abraham's account is pivotal in the narrative of God's covenant with His people. Genesis 12:1-3 records God's call to Abraham, promising to make him a great nation and a blessing to all the families of the earth.

3. Moses: A key figure in the deliverance of the Israelites from Egyptian bondage, Moses is renowned for receiving the Law on Mount Sinai. Exodus 3:10 highlights God's commissioning of Moses to lead His people to freedom.

4. David: The shepherd boy who became king, David is celebrated for his heart after God (1 Samuel 13:14). His reign is marked by both triumph and failure, yet he remains a central figure in the messianic lineage.

New Testament Personages

1. Jesus Christ: The central figure of the New Testament, Jesus is the incarnate Son of God whose life, death, and resurrection fulfill Old Testament prophecies. John 1:14 declares, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us."

2. Mary, the Mother of Jesus: Revered for her obedience and faith, Mary is chosen to bear the Savior of the world. Luke 1:38 records her response to the angel Gabriel, "I am the Lord’s servant. May it happen to me according to your word."

3. Paul the Apostle: Once a persecutor of Christians, Paul's conversion and subsequent missionary journeys are instrumental in the spread of the Gospel. Acts 9:15 describes him as a chosen instrument to carry God's name before the Gentiles.

4. Peter: One of Jesus' closest disciples, Peter is known for his boldness and leadership in the early church. Despite his denial of Christ, he is restored and becomes a foundational figure in the establishment of the church (Matthew 16:18).

Angelic and Divine Personages

1. Angels: Throughout Scripture, angels serve as messengers and servants of God. Hebrews 1:14 describes them as "ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation."

2. The Holy Spirit: The third person of the Trinity, the Holy Spirit is active in creation, inspiration, and the empowerment of believers. Acts 1:8 promises, "But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes upon you."

3. God the Father: The Creator and Sustainer of all, God the Father is the source of all life and the one who initiates the plan of salvation. Ephesians 4:6 affirms, "One God and Father of all, who is over all and through all and in all."

Conclusion

The personages of the Bible, whether human, angelic, or divine, each play a unique role in the unfolding of God's redemptive plan. Through their accounts, believers are invited to witness the character of God and the transformative power of His grace.1. (n.) A notable or distinguished person; a conspicuous or peculiar character; as, an illustrious personage; a comely personage of stature tall.

2. (n.) Form, appearance, or belongings of a person; the external appearance, stature, figure, air, and the like, of a person.

3. (n.) Character assumed or represented.

Ascension Day
... The Old Testament tells of a personage who appeared to Moses in the wilderness,
and who called Himself "the Lord God of Abraham, Isaac and Jacob." But this ...
/.../kingsley/all saints day and other sermons/sermon xiii ascension day.htm

The Lord Coming to his Temple
... the sayings, doings, character which are handed down to us in the four Gospels;
and ask ourselves nothing but"What should I think if such a personage were to ...
/.../kingsley/all saints day and other sermons/sermon iv the lord coming.htm

The War in Heaven.
... Who is this personage, who appears eternally in heaven as a warrior, with His garments
stained with blood, the leader of armies, smiting the nations, and ...
//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/westminster sermons/sermon xxi the war in.htm

Whether the Reason of any Man is Competent to Make Laws?
... And therefore the making of a law belongs either to the whole people or to a public
personage who has care of the whole people: since in all other matters the ...
//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether the reason of any.htm

To the Rev. A. Brandram
... the creaking stairs which lead to my apartment"the door was flung open, and in walked
nine men of tall stature, marshalled by a little hunch-backed personage ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to the rev a brandram 30.htm

On the First Floor of an Ancient Mansion, in a Street which Slopes ...
... Monsignor Gherardi was a most useful man at the Vatican, as he never failed to comfort
the Pope whenever that Holy Personage was cast down or afraid of ...
//christianbookshelf.org/corelli/the master-christian/xx on the first floor.htm

The Meeting Between Ambrose and Augustin
... Ambrose was an undoubted political power, an important personage, a celebrated
orator whose renown was shed all across the Roman world. ...
/.../bertrand/saint augustin/iii the meeting between ambrose.htm

Meanwhile a Somewhat Embarrassing Interview had Taken Place ...
... seen by the light of the one small lamp which illumined the "best room" of the Hotel
Poitiers was certainly a handsome and imposing personage, broad-chested ...
/.../corelli/the master-christian/iii meanwhile a somewhat embarrassing.htm

The City of Gold
... get pupils. He was obliged to ask the favours of many an important personage,
to knock at many an inhospitable door. This unfortunate ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bertrand/saint augustin/i the city of gold.htm

Jean Jacques Rousseau.
... Socrate, mourant sans douleur, sans ignomie, soutint ais??ment jusqu'au bout son
personage; et si cette facile mort n'e?�t honor?? sa vie, on douteroit si ...
//christianbookshelf.org/schaff/the person of christ/jean jacques rousseau.htm

Personage (1 Occurrence)
... 1. (n.) A notable or distinguished person; a conspicuous or peculiar character;
as, an illustrious personage; a comely personage of stature tall. ...
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Tidal (2 Occurrences)
... 4. Doubts as to His Identity: Though we have here the long-sought name of Tidal,
it may legitimately be doubted whether this personage was the ruler of that ...
/t/tidal.htm - 11k

Hero (7 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) A man of distinguished valor or enterprise in danger, or fortitude in suffering;
a prominent or central personage in any remarkable action or event ...
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Laban (52 Occurrences)
... we get of him is too personal and complex to be denominated merely a "type." It
is impossible to resolve this man Laban into a mythological personage-he is ...
/l/laban.htm - 28k

Personal (15 Occurrences)

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Vashti (10 Occurrences)
... It is evident, therefore, that in the palace of the women there was no higher
personage than Vashti. John Urquhart. Multi-Version Concordance ...
/v/vashti.htm - 12k

Throne (181 Occurrences)
... 2. (n.) Hence, sovereign power and dignity; also, the one who occupies a throne,
or is invested with sovereign authority; an exalted or dignified personage. ...
/t/throne.htm - 48k

Rending (8 Occurrences)
... Upon the death of a relative or important personage, or when there was a great calamity,
it was customary for the Hebrews to tear their garments. ...
/r/rending.htm - 11k

Ezra (28 Occurrences)
... civil affairs of the nation. In that year another distinguished personage,
Nehemiah, appears on the scene. After the ruined wall ...
/e/ezra.htm - 29k

Melchizedek (12 Occurrences)
... unchangeable priesthood.". The question as to who this mysterious personage
was has given rise to a great deal of modern speculation. It ...
/m/melchizedek.htm - 19k

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