Jump to: Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Lucius is a biblical figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Book of Acts and the Epistle to the Romans. His name, of Latin origin, means "light" or "bright." Lucius is recognized as a significant early Christian, contributing to the spread of the Gospel and the establishment of the early Church.Lucius of Cyrene The first mention of Lucius is found in Acts 13:1, where he is identified as one of the prophets and teachers in the church at Antioch. The Berean Standard Bible states: "Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul." Lucius of Cyrene is noted for his role in the diverse leadership team at Antioch, a pivotal center for early Christian mission work. Cyrene, located in modern-day Libya, was a city with a significant Jewish population, suggesting that Lucius may have been a Hellenistic Jew. The church at Antioch was instrumental in the missionary journeys of Paul and Barnabas, and Lucius's inclusion among its leaders highlights his importance in the early Christian community. His presence in Antioch, a city known for its cultural and ethnic diversity, underscores the inclusive nature of the early Church, which transcended traditional ethnic and cultural boundaries. Lucius in Romans Lucius is also mentioned in Romans 16:21, where Paul sends greetings from him to the believers in Rome: "Timothy, my fellow worker, sends you greetings, as do Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my fellow countrymen." In this context, Lucius is identified as one of Paul's "fellow countrymen," which may imply that he was a Jew or shared a similar cultural background with Paul. This greeting indicates that Lucius was part of Paul's circle during his missionary activities, possibly accompanying him or being present in Corinth, where Paul is believed to have written the letter to the Romans. Role and Significance Lucius's role as a prophet and teacher in Antioch and his association with Paul suggest that he was a respected leader in the early Church. His mention alongside other prominent figures like Barnabas and Saul (Paul) indicates his active participation in the spread of Christianity beyond Jewish communities to Gentile populations. The inclusion of Lucius in the leadership at Antioch and his connection to Paul reflect the collaborative and missionary spirit of the early Church, which sought to fulfill the Great Commission by reaching all nations with the Gospel. While the New Testament provides limited information about Lucius, his contributions to the early Christian movement are evident through his involvement in key events and his association with influential leaders. Lucius's legacy is one of dedication to the growth and unity of the Church, serving as a testament to the diverse and dynamic nature of early Christian leadership. Smith's Bible Dictionary Lucius
ATS Bible Dictionary LuciusOf Cyrene, mentioned Acts 13:1, was on of the ministers and teachers of the Christian church at Antioch, and probably a kinsman of Paul, Romans 16:21. He is supposed by some to be the same with the evangelist Luke; but of this there is no evidence. Easton's Bible Dictionary Of Cyrene, a Christian teacher at Antioch (Acts 13:1), and Paul's kinsman (Romans 16:21). His name is Latin, but his birthplace seems to indicate that he was one of the Jews of Cyrene, in North Africa. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia LUCIUS (1)lu'-shi-us, lu'-shus (Loukios, Leukios): A Roman consul who is said (1 Maccabees 15:16;) to have written a letter to Ptolemy Euergetes securing to Simon the high priest and to the Jews the protection of Rome. As the praenomen only of the consul is given, there has been much discussion as to the person intended. The weight of probability has been assigned to Lucius Calpurnius Piso, who was one of the consuls in 139-138 B.C., the fact of his praenomen being Cneius and not Lucius being explained by an error in transcription and the fragmentary character of the documents. The authority of the Romans not being as yet thoroughly established in Asia, they were naturally anxious to form alliances with the kings of Egypt and with the Jews to keep Syria in check. The imperfections that are generally admitted in the transcription of the Roman letter are not such as in any serious degree to invalidate the authority of the narrative in 1 Maccabees. LUCIUS (2) (Loukios): This name is mentioned twice: Greek 3066. Loukios -- Lucius, the name of two Christians ... Lucius, the name of two Christians. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Loukios Phonetic Spelling: (loo'-kee-os) Short Definition: Lucius Definition ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3066.htm - 6k 1058. Gallion -- Gallio, proconsul of Asia Library Lucius Epistle Lvii. To Lucius the Bishop of Rome, Returned from ... Lucius Ann??us Seneca How Lucius, King of Britain, Writing to Pope Eleutherus, Desired ... Lucius of Thebaste Said: "I Declare My Judgment that Heretics... Lucius of Castra Galb?? Said: "Since the Lord Hath Said in his ... Also Another Lucius of Membresa Said: "It is Written... Likewise Another Lucius of Ausafa Said: "According to the Motion ... On the Overthrow of Petrus and the Introduction of Lucius the ... Epistle Lxxviii. The Reply to the Same of Lucius and the Rest of ... Thesaurus Lucius (2 Occurrences)... in North Africa. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. LUCIUS (1). lu'-shi-us ... in 1 Maccabees. J. Hutchison. LUCIUS (2). (Loukios): This name ... /l/lucius.htm - 9k Cyrene (7 Occurrences) Sosipater (1 Occurrence) Sicyon Nero Lucre (5 Occurrences) Cyrenian (3 Occurrences) Cyrenians (2 Occurrences) Kinsmen (74 Occurrences) Niger (1 Occurrence) Resources Who was Nero? | GotQuestions.orgWho was Lactantius? | GotQuestions.org Is the phoenix mentioned in the Bible? | GotQuestions.org Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Lucius (2 Occurrences)Acts 13:1 Romans 16:21 Subtopics Lucius: A Christian at Antioch Related Terms |
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