Strong’s G3079

Λυσίας

Part of speech

Noun, Masculine

Transliteration

Lusias

Pronunciation

loo-see'-as

Definition

Lysias

Meaning

Claudius Lysias, a Roman tribune of the soldiers in Jerusalem.

Usage

The name Lysias refers to Claudius Lysias, a Roman military tribune mentioned in the New Testament. He played a significant role in the events surrounding the Apostle Paul's arrest and subsequent trials. As a tribune, Lysias was responsible for maintaining order and overseeing the Roman cohort stationed in Jerusalem.

Bible references

Acts 23:26;Acts 24:7;Acts 24:22