Encyclopedic Dictionary of Bible and Theology

WAGONS Were sent by Joseph to convey his father’s family into Egypt. The same vehicle, translated “cart” in 1Sa 6:7, was employed to transport some of the sacred utensils, Num 7:3,6, and in one instance the ark itself. In those later cases it was drawn by oxen. It was probably of simple structure, with two … Continue reading “WAGONS”

Wagon, Waggon wagun. See CART. Fuente: International Standard Bible Encyclopedia

Wagon (, agalah [Gen 45:19; Gen 45:21; Gen 45:27; Gen 46:5; Num 7:3; Num 7:6-8; elsewhere cart], from , to roll; or , rekeb [Eze 23:24; elsewhere chariot], from , to ride). Among the Israelites in Palestine, we find in use from the time of the judges transport-wagons (1Sa 6:7 sq.; 2Sa 6:3; Amo 2:13), … Continue reading “Wagon”

Wagnoff in Norse mythology, was the god of war among the Danes, who often was mistaken for Fro or Odin, and was represented as similar to these armed with helmet, shield, and sword. Fuente: Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature

Wagnitz, Heinrich Balthazar a Protestant theologian of Germany, was born Sept. 8, 1755. In 1777 he was appointed fourth preacher at St. Mary’s, in Halle; in 1786 he was made deacon there; and in 1809, professor of theology and superintendent and pastor. He died Feb. 28, 1838. He wrote, Memorabilien den Predigern des 19. Jahrhunderts … Continue reading “Wagnitz, Heinrich Balthazar”

Wagner, Tobias a noted German theologian, was born at Heidenheim, in Wrtemberg, Feb. 21, 1598. He pursued his studies at the convent of Maulbronn, and afterwards at the University of Tbingen, taking the degree of master of arts in 1618. He was made deacon in 1624, and eight years later pastor at Esslingen. His profound … Continue reading “Wagner, Tobias”

Wagner, Rudolf Born 1805; died 1864. Co-discoverer of the germinal vesicle. Made important investigations on ganglia, nerve-endings, and the sympathetic nerves. Fuente: New Catholic Dictionary

Wagner, Joseph a Swiss engraver, was born at Thalendorf, on Lake Constance, in 1706. He first studied painting, at Venice, under Jacopo Amiconi, who advised him to devote himself to engraving. He then went to Paris, where he studied under Lawrence Cars. He also visited London in 1733, where. he resided some time, and engraved … Continue reading “Wagner, Joseph”

Wagner, Johann Jakob a German philosopher, was born at Ulm in 1775, and became professor at Wirzburg. He died Nov. 23, 1841. His principal works are, Philosophic der Erziehungskunst (1802): Von der Natur der Dinge (1803): System der Idealphilosophie (1804): Grundriss der Staatswissenschaft und Politik (1805): Religion, Wissenschaft, Kunst u. Staat in ihren gegenseitigen Verhaltnissen … Continue reading “Wagner, Johann Jakob”

Wagner, Henry a German Reformed minister, was born in Berks County, Pa., April 3, 1802. He united with the Church at Aaronsburg, Pa., when about nineteen years of age, entered the Theological Seminary at Carlisle, Pa., in the spring of 1825, and remained about three years; began preaching in the Paradise charge in 1828, and … Continue reading “Wagner, Henry”