Strong’s G1361

Διοτρέφης

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

Diotrephés

Pronunciation

dee-ot-ref-ace'

Definition

Diotrephes

Meaning

Diotrephes.

Usage

Diotrephes is a personal name mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Third Epistle of John. The name means "nourished by Zeus," reflecting a common practice in Hellenistic culture of naming individuals after deities. In the biblical context, Diotrephes is noted for his negative behavior, particularly his love for preeminence and his opposition to the Apostle John and his associates.

Bible references

3 John 1:9