Overview:
Julias is a name mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the context of the Apostle Paul's journey to Rome. The name is associated with a Roman centurion who played a significant role in Paul's life during his imprisonment and subsequent voyage to Rome. The account of Julias is found in the Book of Acts, which provides insight into the early Christian church and the spread of the Gospel.

Biblical Reference:
The primary reference to Julias is found in Acts 27:1-3. The passage describes the beginning of Paul's journey to Rome as a prisoner. The Berean Standard Bible states:

"When it was decided that we would sail for Italy, Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named Julius, who belonged to the Imperial Regiment. We boarded an Adramyttian ship about to sail for ports along the coast of Asia, and we put out to sea. Aristarchus, a Macedonian from Thessalonica, was with us. The next day we landed at Sidon, and Julius, in kindness to Paul, allowed him to go to his friends so they might provide for his needs." (Acts 27:1-3)

Role and Character:
Julias, identified as a centurion of the Imperial Regiment, is depicted as a figure of authority and responsibility. His role as a centurion indicates that he was a commander of a hundred soldiers, a position of significant trust and leadership within the Roman military structure. The text highlights his interaction with Paul, showcasing a level of respect and kindness uncommon for a Roman officer towards a prisoner.

Significance in Paul's Journey:
Julias's treatment of Paul is noteworthy for several reasons. First, his decision to allow Paul to visit friends in Sidon demonstrates a level of compassion and respect for Paul's status and needs. This act of kindness suggests that Julias may have been influenced by Paul's character or reputation, or perhaps he was moved by the providence of God to show favor to His servant.

Furthermore, Julias's role in the narrative underscores the theme of divine providence and protection throughout Paul's journey. Despite being a prisoner, Paul receives favorable treatment, which facilitates his mission and the spread of the Gospel. Julias's actions contribute to the unfolding of God's plan for Paul to testify in Rome.

Historical and Cultural Context:
The mention of Julias as a centurion of the Imperial Regiment provides insight into the Roman military presence and organization during the first century. The Imperial Regiment, also known as the Augustan Cohort, was an elite unit within the Roman army, often tasked with special assignments, including the transport of prisoners and important figures.

The interaction between Julias and Paul reflects the complex relationship between the early Christians and the Roman authorities. While the Roman Empire was often seen as an oppressor of the Christian faith, individuals like Julias demonstrate that there were instances of mutual respect and understanding.

Conclusion:
The account of Julias in the Book of Acts serves as a testament to the unexpected ways in which God can use individuals, even those outside the faith, to accomplish His purposes. Julias's kindness towards Paul not only facilitated the apostle's journey but also exemplified the potential for grace and humanity within the structures of power.

Julias-Bethsaida
... A Chorographical Century. Chapters 91-100 Chapter 93 Julias-Bethsaida. ... Julias-
Betharamphtha was seated at the very influx of Jordan into the lake of Gennesaret. ...
/.../lightfoot/from the talmud and hebraica/chapter 93 julias-bethsaida.htm

Cana
... makes mention, also, of Cana, in the same book of his own Life, in these words;
"Sylla, king Agrippa's general, encamping five furlongs from Julias, blocked up ...
/.../lightfoot/from the talmud and hebraica/chapter 90 cana.htm

The Miraculous Feeding of the Five Thousand
... Tetrarch Philip. Originally a small village, Philip had converted it into
a town, and named it Julias, after C??sar's daughter. It ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xxix the miraculous feeding.htm

Of the Situation of Tiberias.
... Pliny speaks thus of the situation of it: "The lake [of Genesar] is compassed round
with pleasant towns: on the east, Julias and Hippo; on the south, Tarichea ...
/.../lightfoot/from the talmud and hebraica/chapter 73 of the situation.htm

The Death of Salome. The Cities which Herod and Philip Built. ...
... in their tetrarchies; and the latter of them built the city Cesarea, at the fountains
of Jordan, and in the region of Paneas; as also the city Julias, in the ...
/.../chapter 9 the death of.htm

Now Herod and Philip Built Several Cities in Honor of Caesar. ...
... He also built a wall round Betharamphtha, which was itself a city also,
and called it Julias, from the name of the emperor's wife. ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 2 now herod and.htm

In Palestine - Jews and Gentiles in the Land' - their Mutual ...
... [404] Similarly, Philip the Tetrarch built C??sarea Philippi and Julias
(Bethsaida-Julias, on the western shore of the lake); and Herod Antipas another ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter vii in palestine -.htm

Third Withdrawal from Herod's Territory.
... [I. e., from Magdala back again to the east shore, or rather, toward Bethsaida Julias,
on the northeast shore.] ^a 5 And the disciples came to the other side ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/lxx third withdrawal from herods.htm

Return of the Apostles. --Miraculous Feeding of the Five Thousand. ...
... from the neighbourhood of Capernaum, on the western shore of Genesareth, to a mountain
on the eastern shore, at the head of the lake, near Bethsaida Julias. ...
/.../section 176 return of the.htm

The Cavils of the Pharisees Concerning Purification, and the ...
... Reckoning backwards, we arrive at the conclusion, that Jesus with His disciples
left Capernaum for Bethsaida-Julias on a Thursday; that the miraculous feeding ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter xxxi the cavils of.htm

Julias (1 Occurrence)
...Julias (1 Occurrence). Romans 16:15 salute Philologus, and Julias, Nereus, and
his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints with them; (YLT). ...
/j/julias.htm - 6k

Bethsaida (7 Occurrences)
... It stood within the region of Gaulonitis, and was enlarged by Philip the tetrarch,
who called it "Julias," after the emperor's daughter. ...
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Bethharam
... Josephus says it was fortified by Herod Antipas, who called it Julias for the wife
of Augustus (Ant., XVIII, ii, 1; BJ, II, ix, 1). The name would be changed ...
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Beth-haram (1 Occurrence)
... Josephus says it was fortified by Herod Antipas, who called it Julias for the wife
of Augustus (Ant., XVIII, ii, 1; BJ, II, ix, 1). The name would be changed ...
/b/beth-haram.htm - 7k

Julius (5 Occurrences)

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Olym'pas (1 Occurrence)
... Olym'pas (1 Occurrence). Romans 16:15 salute Philologus, and Julias, Nereus, and
his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints with them; (See RSV). ...
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Julia (1 Occurrence)

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Gaulanitis
... Herod Antipas. It lay to the east of the Lake of Galilee, and included
among its towns Bethsaida-Julias (Mark 8:22) and Seleucia. ...
/g/gaulanitis.htm - 6k

Magadan (1 Occurrence)
... This is generally believed to have been Bethsaida Julias, Northeast of the
sea, whence He set out on His visit to Caesarea Philippi. ...
/m/magadan.htm - 8k

Peraea
... of the tetrarchy of Antipas (Ant., XVII, vii, 1). The tetrarch built a city on the
site of the ancient Beth-haram (Joshua 13:27) and called it Julias in honor ...
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