Strong’s G2469

Ἰσκαριώτης

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

Iskariótés

Pronunciation

is-kar-ee-O-tace

Definition

Iscariot

Meaning

Iscariot, surname of Judas.

Usage

The term "Iscariot" is used in the New Testament to identify Judas Iscariot, one of the twelve apostles of Jesus Christ. He is most notably recognized for betraying Jesus to the religious authorities for thirty pieces of silver, leading to Jesus' arrest and crucifixion. The name "Iscariot" distinguishes him from other individuals named Judas in the New Testament.

Bible references

Matthew 10:4;Matthew 26:14;Mark 3:19;Mark 14:10;Luke 6:16;Luke 22:3;John 6:71;John 12:4;John 13:2;John 13:26;John 14:22