Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Lysanias is a historical figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Gospel of Luke. He is identified as a tetrarch during the time of John the Baptist's ministry, providing a chronological marker for the events described in the Gospel. The reference to Lysanias is found in Luke 3:1, which states: "In the fifteenth year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, when Pontius Pilate was governor of Judea, Herod was tetrarch of Galilee, his brother Philip tetrarch of the region of Iturea and Trachonitis, and Lysanias tetrarch of Abilene."Historical Context Lysanias is associated with the region of Abilene, which is located in the vicinity of Mount Hermon, near the border of modern-day Lebanon and Syria. The historical context of Lysanias' rule is somewhat complex due to the existence of multiple rulers with the same name. The Lysanias mentioned in Luke is often distinguished from an earlier Lysanias, who was the ruler of Chalcis and was executed by Mark Antony around 36 BC. This earlier Lysanias was the son of Ptolemy, son of Mennaeus, and his execution led to the confiscation of his territories. The Lysanias of Luke 3:1 is believed to be a later ruler, possibly a descendant or relative of the earlier Lysanias. Historical records, including inscriptions, suggest that a Lysanias was indeed ruling in the region of Abilene during the early first century AD, aligning with the timeframe of John the Baptist's ministry and the beginning of Jesus' public life. Role in the Gospel of Luke The mention of Lysanias in the Gospel of Luke serves a specific purpose. Luke, known for his attention to historical detail, uses the reference to Lysanias to provide a precise historical setting for the events he describes. By listing the various political figures of the time, including Lysanias, Luke situates the ministry of John the Baptist and the subsequent emergence of Jesus within a well-defined historical framework. This approach underscores the historical reality of the Gospel narrative and affirms the reliability of the account. Theological Implications From a theological perspective, the mention of Lysanias, along with other political leaders, highlights the intersection of divine action and human history. The Gospel of Luke emphasizes that the coming of Jesus Christ occurred within a specific historical context, fulfilling God's redemptive plan. The inclusion of figures like Lysanias serves to remind readers that God's work in the world is not abstract or detached from reality but is deeply embedded in the historical and political circumstances of the time. Conclusion While Lysanias is a relatively minor figure in the biblical narrative, his mention in the Gospel of Luke contributes to the historical credibility of the Gospel account. It reflects Luke's meticulous approach to documenting the life and ministry of Jesus Christ, situating these events within the broader tapestry of first-century history. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary LysaniasSmith's Bible Dictionary Lysanias(that drives away sorrow), mentioned by St. Luke in one of his chronological passages, ch. (Luke 3:1) as being tetrarch. of Abilene (i.e. the district round Abila) in the thirteenth year of Tiberius (A.D. 26), at the time when Herod Antipas was tetrarch of Galilee and Herod Philip tetrarch of Ituraea and Trachonitis. ATS Bible Dictionary LysaniasSee ABILENE. Easton's Bible Dictionary Tetrarch of Abilene (Luke 3:1), on the eastern slope of Anti-Lebanon, near the city of Damascus. International Standard Bible Encyclopedia LYSANIASli-sa'-ni-as (Lusanias): Mentioned in Luke 3:1 as tetrarch of Abilene in the 15th year of the reign of Tiberius Caesar, and thus fixing the date of the preaching of John the Baptist in the wilderness at about 26 or 28 A.D. A Lysanias is mentioned by Josephus as having ruled over Chalcis and Abilene, and as having been slain by Mark Antony at the instigation of Cleopatra. As this happened about 36 B.C., Luke has been charged with inaccuracy. Inscriptions, however, corroborate the view that the Lysanias of Luke was probably a descendant of the Lysanias mentioned by Josephus (compare Schurer, H J the Priestly Code (P), div I, volume II, App. 1, p. 338). Greek 3078. Lusanias -- "ending sorrow," Lysanias, a governor of Abilene ... 3077, 3078. Lusanias. 3079 . "ending sorrow," Lysanias, a governor of Abilene. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Lusanias Phonetic Spelling ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3078.htm - 6k Library The Times of Pilate. Book 17 Footnotes The Preaching of John. Ch. 3:1-20 Martyrdom of Habib the Deacon. After the Death of Tiberius, Caius Appointed Agrippa King of the ... On the Position Given to the Preaching of John the Baptist in all ... John the Baptist's Person and Preaching. Martyrdom of the Holy Confessors Shamuna, Guria, and Habib, from ... One Argument which Has Been Much Relied Upon but not More than Its ... Book 18 Footnotes Thesaurus Lysanias (1 Occurrence)... Tetrarch of Abilene (Luke 3:1), on the eastern slope of Anti-Lebanon, near the city of Damascus. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. 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