Strong's Lexicon Poplios: Publius Original Word: Πόπλιος Word Origin: Of Latin origin Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the name "Poplios" as it is of Latin origin and specific to the New Testament context. Usage: The name "Poplios" refers to a Roman official mentioned in the New Testament. He is identified as the chief official of the island of Malta during the time of the Apostle Paul's shipwreck there. The name is of Latin origin, reflecting the Roman influence and governance in the region. Cultural and Historical Background: Publius was a prominent figure on the island of Malta, which was under Roman control during the first century A.D. As the chief official, he would have held significant authority and responsibility, likely overseeing local governance and maintaining order. The Roman Empire had a well-established administrative system, and local leaders like Publius played a crucial role in implementing Roman policies and ensuring loyalty to the empire. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Latin origin Definition Publius, an inhab. of Malta NASB Translation Publius (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4196: ΠόπλιοςΠόπλιος, Ποπλίου, ὁ, Publius (a Roman name), the name of a chief magistrate ((Greek ὁ πρῶτος) but see Dr. Woolsey's addition to the article 'Publius' in B. D. (American edition)) of the island of Melita; nothing more is known of him: Acts 28:7, 8. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Publius. Of Latin origin; apparently "popular"; Poplius (i.e. Publius), a Roman -- Publius. Forms and Transliterations Ποπλιου Ποπλίου Ποπλιω Ποπλίῳ Poplio Popliō Poplíoi Poplíōi Popliou PoplíouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 28:7 N-DMSGRK: νήσου ὀνόματι Ποπλίῳ ὃς ἀναδεξάμενος NAS: named Publius, who KJV: whose name was Publius; who INT: island by name Publius who having received Acts 28:8 N-GMS Strong's Greek 4196 |