Jump to: Smith's • ISBE • Easton's • Webster's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Hermes is a figure mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in the context of the early Christian church. The name "Hermes" appears in the Epistle to the Romans, where the Apostle Paul sends greetings to various members of the Christian community in Rome. In Romans 16:14, Paul writes, "Greet Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermes, Patrobas, Hermas, and the brothers with them" . This brief mention suggests that Hermes was a member of the early Christian community, likely a believer who was part of the church in Rome.The name "Hermes" itself is of Greek origin and is associated with the Greek god Hermes, who was considered the messenger of the gods, as well as the god of trade, thieves, and travel. However, in the context of the New Testament, Hermes is simply a Christian believer and should not be confused with the mythological figure. The mention of Hermes in Romans 16 is part of a larger section where Paul extends personal greetings to various individuals, indicating the close-knit and personal nature of the early Christian communities. These greetings highlight the diversity and unity of the early church, as it included people from various backgrounds and social standings. In the broader context of the New Testament, the inclusion of names like Hermes reflects the spread of Christianity throughout the Roman Empire and the establishment of Christian communities in major cities like Rome. The early church was characterized by its missionary zeal and the establishment of local congregations, which were often connected through letters and personal relationships. The reference to Hermes, along with other names in Romans 16, underscores the importance of fellowship and mutual support among believers. It also illustrates the role of individual members in the life of the church, as each person contributed to the growth and strengthening of the Christian community. While the Bible does not provide further details about Hermes' life or role within the church, his inclusion in Paul's greetings serves as a testament to his faith and participation in the early Christian movement. The mention of Hermes, along with others, reminds readers of the personal connections and communal bonds that were foundational to the spread of the Gospel in the first century. Smith's Bible Dictionary Hermes(Mercury), a Christian mentioned in (Romans 16:14) According to tradition he was one of the seventy disciples, and afterward bishop of Dalmatia. (A.D. 55.) Easton's Bible Dictionary Mercury, a Roman Christian (Romans 16:14). Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary 1. (n.) See Mercury.2. (n.) Originally, a boundary stone dedicated to Hermes as the god of boundaries, and therefore bearing in some cases a head, or head and shoulders, placed upon a quadrangular pillar whose height is that of the body belonging to the head, sometimes having feet or other parts of the body sculptured upon it. These figures, though often representing Hermes, were used for other divinities, and even, in later times, for portraits of human beings. Called also herma. See Terminal. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia HERMES (1)hur'-mez (Hermes): In the Revised Version margin of Acts 14:12 for "Mercury" in text (the King James Version "Mercurius"). HERMES (2) (Hermes): The name of a Roman Christian, otherwise unknown, to whom Paul sent greetings (Romans 16:14). "Hermes is among the commonest slave names. In the household alone probably not less than a score of persons might be counted up from the inscriptions, who bore this name at or about the time when Paul wrote" (Lightfoot, Philippians, 176). Greek 2060. Hermes -- Hermes, the name of a Gr. god and a Christian at ... ... 2059, 2060. Hermes. 2061 . Hermes, the name of a Gr. god and a Christian at Rome. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2060.htm - 6k 2061. Hermogenes -- "born of Hermes," Hermogenes, one who deserted ... 2057. Hermas -- Hermas, a Christian at Rome 2059. hermeneuo -- to interpret Library How Hermes Openly Confessed the Error of his Forefathers, the ... What Hermes Trismegistus Thought Concerning Idolatry, and from ... That all the Religion of the Pagans Has Reference to Dead Men. Concluding Appeal. The Greeks Drew Many of their Philosophical Tenets from the ... Hermas Of Religious Wisdom: the Name of Christ Known to None, Except ... The Judgment of Paris. The Canons of the Holy Fathers Assembled at Gangra, which were Set ... Celsus, in Adopting the Character of a Jew, could not Discover any ... Thesaurus Hermes (2 Occurrences)... 2. (n.) Originally, a boundary stone dedicated to Hermes as the god of boundaries, and therefore bearing in some cases a head, or head and shoulders, placed ... /h/hermes.htm - 8k Mercury (1 Occurrence) Mercurius (1 Occurrence) Lystra (6 Occurrences) Hermogenes (1 Occurrence) Greece (15 Occurrences) Ancient (64 Occurrences) Roman (26 Occurrences) Zeus (3 Occurrences) Jupiter (3 Occurrences) Resources What is Hermeticism? | GotQuestions.orgWhat Greek gods are mentioned in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org What happened on Paul's first missionary journey? | GotQuestions.org Hermes: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Hermes (2 Occurrences)Acts 14:12 Romans 16:14 Subtopics Related Terms |
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