Strong's Lexicon Ioustos: Justus Original Word: Ἰοῦστος Word Origin: Derived from the Latin name "Justus," meaning "just" or "righteous." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: While there is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the name Ioustos, the concept of being "just" or "righteous" is often associated with the Hebrew word צַדִּיק (tsaddiq), Strong's Hebrew #6662. Usage: The name Ioustos is used in the New Testament to refer to individuals who were associated with the early Christian church. It signifies a person who is just or righteous, reflecting a character aligned with God's standards. Cultural and Historical Background: The name Justus was a common Roman name, often adopted by Jews and early Christians living in the Greco-Roman world. It reflects the cultural blending of Jewish and Roman identities during the first century. The use of Roman names by Jewish individuals was not uncommon, as it facilitated social and economic interactions within the Roman Empire. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Latin origin Definition Justus, the name of three Christian NASB Translation Justus (3). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2459: ἸοῦστοςἸοῦστος, Ἰούστου, ὁ, Justus (cf. Lightfoot on Colossians 4:11), the surname 1. of Joseph, a convert from Judaism, who was also surnamed Barsabas (better Barsabbas which see): Acts 1:23. 2. of Titus, a Corinthian (a Jewish proselyte): Acts 18:7. 3. of a certain Jesus (a Jewish Christian): Colossians 4:11. Of Latin origin ("just"); Justus, the name of three Christian -- Justus. Englishman's Concordance Acts 1:23 N-NMSGRK: ὃς ἐπεκλήθη Ἰοῦστος καὶ Μαθθίαν NAS: was also called Justus), and Matthias. KJV: who was surnamed Justus, and Matthias. INT: who was called Justus and Matthias Acts 18:7 N-GMS Colossians 4:11 N-NMS Strong's Greek 2459 |
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