Strong’s G0749

ἀρχιερεύς

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

archiereus

Pronunciation

ar-khee-er-YOOS

Definition

High Priest

Meaning

high priest, chief priest.

Usage

The term "archiereus" refers to the high priest, the chief religious leader among the Jews. In the New Testament, it is used to describe the Jewish high priests who were responsible for the temple worship and sacrifices. The high priest held a significant role in Jewish society, serving as a mediator between God and the people, especially on the Day of Atonement.

Bible references

Matthew 2:4;Matthew 16:21;Matthew 20:18;Matthew 21:15;Matthew 21:23;Matthew 21:45;Matthew 26:3;Matthew 26:3;Matthew 26:14;Matthew 26:47;Matthew 26:51;Matthew 26:57;Matthew 26:58;Matthew 26:59;Matthew 26:62;Matthew 26:63;Matthew 26:65;Matthew 27:1;Matthew 27:3;Matthew 27:6;Matthew 27:12;Matthew 27:20;Matthew 27:41;Matthew 27:62;Matthew 28:11