Strong’s G3018

Λευίς

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine; Proper Noun, Indeclinable

Transliteration

Leuis

Pronunciation

lay-oo-ees'

Definition

Levi

Meaning

(Hebrew), Levi, son of Alphaeus, the publican.

Usage

In the New Testament, "Leuis" refers to Levi, one of the twelve sons of Jacob, whose descendants became the tribe of Levi. This tribe was set apart for religious duties and service in the tabernacle and later the temple. Levi is also the name of the apostle Matthew before his calling by Jesus (Mark 2:14).

Bible references

Mark 2:14;Luke 5:27;Luke 5:29