Short Fiction · Character
Phanuel
A Pharisee and prophet who warns Herod about Iaokanann.
minor
Also known as Presently Phanuel
First appearance: herodias
Phanuel's tie to Herod Antipas is one of the pressures that moves Short Fiction—worth meeting in the text, not only on a cast list.
An Essene who appears at the palace, nearly killed by Mannaeus, later intercepts Antipas to plead for Iaokanann's release.
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With Herod Antipas (professional): Phanuel is a court astrologer who advises Herod Antipas, interpreting omens and prophecies. With Herod Antipas (professional): Phanuel is a court astrologer who advises Herod Antipas,…
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Relationship types
- Professional
- Other
Character groups
- Herodias story characters
- Secondary and supporting characters
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- Breaking point
- Closing
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- Herod Antipas
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professional · ambivalent
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