Exploring Interpersonal Relationships in the Bible

Mislav Vuletic's blog post explores interpersonal relationships in the Bible using a graph database to analyze a dataset compiled by Brady Stephenson, which details biblical figures and their connections. The dataset, while incomplete up to the second book of Chronicles, provides insights into familial and tribal relationships, and Memgraph is used to answer questions such as the longest patrilineal descent from Adam and the family tree of Adam excluding Israel (Jacob). The study reveals the size of the Twelve Tribes of Israel through bloodlines and marriage references, highlighting Judah and Levi as the largest tribes. The article also provides a step-by-step guide for readers interested in exploring their datasets, including data preparation and integrity testing, using Cypher queries to model relationships within Memgraph. Despite some inconsistencies in the dataset, such as duplicate entries and relationship errors, the exploration serves as an example of how graph databases can be used to derive meaningful insights from complex historical texts.