Strong's Lexicon Gaios: Gaius Original Word: Γάϊος Word Origin: Of Latin origin Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the name Gaius, as it is of Latin origin and specific to the New Testament context. Usage: Gaius is a common Roman name mentioned several times in the New Testament. It refers to different individuals who were early Christians and associates of the Apostle Paul and the Apostle John. The name Gaius means "rejoice" or "glad." Cultural and Historical Background: Gaius was a prevalent name in the Roman Empire, reflecting the integration of Roman culture within the early Christian communities. The individuals named Gaius in the New Testament were likely Gentile converts, illustrating the spread of Christianity beyond Jewish communities. The name's frequent occurrence in the New Testament highlights the diverse backgrounds of early Christians and the universal nature of the Gospel message. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originprobably of Latin origin Definition Gaius, the name of several Christian NASB Translation Gaius (5). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 1050: ΓάϊοςΓάϊος (WH Γάϊος (cf. Iota)), Γαιου, ὁ, Gaius or Caius; the name of a Christian: 1. of Derbe: Acts 20:4. 2. of Macedonia: Acts 19:29. 3. of Corinth, Paul's host during his (second) sojourn there: Romans 16:23; 1 Corinthians 1:14. 4. of an unknown Christian, to whom the third Epistle of John was addressed: 3 John 1:1. (B. D. American edition under the word Of Latin origin; Gaius (i.e. Caius), a Christian -- Gaius. Englishman's Concordance Acts 19:29 N-AMSGRK: θέατρον συναρπάσαντες Γαῖον καὶ Ἀρίσταρχον NAS: dragging along Gaius and Aristarchus, KJV: having caught Gaius and INT: theatre having seized with [them] Gaius and Aristarchus Acts 20:4 N-NMS Romans 16:23 N-NMS 1 Corinthians 1:14 N-AMS 3 John 1:1 N-DMS Strong's Greek 1050 |
|
