Definition

1. Proper noun:
   • A figure in the Apocrypha: Susanna is the name of a virtuous woman in a story that forms part of the Additions to Daniel in the biblical Apocrypha.
   • A book of the Apocrypha: "Susanna" is the title of a short book or story within the Apocrypha, detailing the trial and vindication of the woman Susanna.

Usage Examples

• Proper noun:
  • The story of Susanna teaches a lesson about justice and false accusation.
  • In the Apocrypha, Susanna is wrongfully accused by two elders.

Advanced Usage

• "The History of Susanna": This is the full title often used to refer to this apocryphal book.
  • "The History of Susanna" is considered one of the earliest examples of a courtroom drama.

Variants and Related Words

• Apocrypha (n): Biblical or related writings not forming part of the accepted canon of Scripture.
  • The story is found in the Apocrypha.
• Additions to Daniel (n phrase): The collective name for the apocryphal chapters added to the Book of Daniel, which includes the story of Susanna.
  • The Additions to Daniel include the Prayer of Azariah and the story of Susanna.

Synonyms

• The History of Susanna (n phrase): The full title of the book.
• Story of Susanna (n phrase): A descriptive synonym for the narrative.

Related Phrases

• Susanna and the Elders: A common phrase referring to the subject of the story, often used in art history to describe paintings depicting this scene.
  • Many Renaissance artists painted the scene of Susanna and the Elders.

Noun

1. an Apocryphal book consisting of text added to the Book of Daniel