Strong’s G4826: A personal name of Hebrew origin meaning “hearing with acceptance.” Derived from the Hebrew שִׁמְעוֹן (Shimon), Συμεών represents a significant figure in biblical narrative, particularly known for his prophetic recognition of the infant Messiah in the Temple. U-…
Strong’s G4736: A proper name meaning “crown” or “crowned one,” belonging to the first Christian martyr. His selection as one of the seven deacons, powerful ministry, and martyrdom mark significant developments in early church history and the spread of Christianity…
Strong’s G4734: A proper name meaning “crowned one,” belonging to a prominent Corinthian Christian whose household was among the first converts in Achaia. As one of Paul’s early baptisms, he became a significant leader in the Corinthian church, known for…
Strong’s G4720: A proper name meaning “ear of corn,” given to a male Christian in Rome whom Paul describes as “beloved” in his letter to the Romans. The name reflects the common Greek practice of using agricultural terms as personal…
Strong’s G4677: A feminine proper name of Hebrew origin (שׁוֹשַׁנָּה, Shoshannah) meaning “lily.” In the New Testament, she appears as one of the wealthy women who supported Jesus’ ministry. Her name’s floral meaning symbolizes beauty, purity, and spiritual flourishing in…
Strong’s G4613: A personal name of Hebrew origin (שִׁמְעוֹן, Shimon), meaning “hearing” or “he has heard.” Simon appears prominently in the New Testament as the birth name of Peter and several other figures, symbolizing divine listening and obedience in biblical…
Strong’s G4610: The full Latin form (Silvanus) of the name contracted as Silas. A prominent early Christian leader mentioned in Paul’s letters and 1 Peter, who served as both missionary companion and letter bearer. His Latin name suggests Roman citizenship…
Strong’s G4609: A contracted form of Silvanus, name of a prominent early Christian leader who served as Paul’s missionary companion. As a Roman citizen and respected member of the Jerusalem church, he played a crucial role in bridging Jewish and…
Strong’s G4580: A Latin name meaning “second,” transliterated into Greek. Secundus was a Thessalonian Christian who accompanied Paul during part of his third missionary journey, representing the early church’s cultural diversity and the spread of the gospel among various peoples.…
Strong’s G4569: The Greek form of the Hebrew name שָׁאוּל (Sha’ul), meaning “asked for.” Used exclusively in Acts to refer to Paul before and during his conversion, representing his Jewish identity and background before becoming known by his Roman name…
Strong’s G4551: A feminine proper name meaning “sapphire” or “beautiful,” derived from the Greek σάπφειρος (sappheiros). Notable in Acts as the wife of Ananias, whose story serves as a powerful warning about honesty and integrity in the early church community.…
Strong’s G4549: The Greek transliteration of the Hebrew name שָׁאוּל (Sha’ul), meaning “asked for” or “prayed for.” This name carries profound significance in biblical narrative, representing both the first king of Israel and the former name of the Apostle Paul,…
Strong’s G4539: From Hebrew שָׁלוֹם (shalom), meaning “peaceful.” A female follower of Jesus mentioned in Mark’s Gospel, present at both the crucifixion and the empty tomb, traditionally identified as the wife of Zebedee and mother of James and John, demonstrating…
Strong’s G4504: A proper noun of Latin origin (Rufus, meaning “red”), referring to one of the sons of Simon of Cyrene and a prominent member of the early Christian community. His mention in Mark’s Gospel and Paul’s greetings suggests he…
Strong’s G4498: A feminine proper noun meaning “rose,” referring to the servant girl at Mary’s house who recognized Peter’s voice at the gate. Her name, common among slaves, appears in the dramatic account of Peter’s miraculous release from prison, illustrating…
Strong’s G4402: A compound proper name combining πρό (before/leading) with χορός (dance/chorus), meaning “leader of the dance.” One of the seven chosen to serve tables in the early church, representing the Hellenistic believers and demonstrating the church’s cultural diversity. U-…
Strong’s G4252: A feminine proper noun, the diminutive form of Prisca. In New Testament usage, she appears as a prominent early Christian teacher and leader, often mentioned before her husband Aquila. Her name variations (Prisca/Priscilla) suggest both formal and familiar…
Strong’s G4074: A masculine proper name meaning “rock” or “stone,” given by Jesus to Simon. Represents both a person and a profound theological truth about the foundational role of apostolic witness in the church. Distinguished from πέτρα (massive rock) as…
