Berean Strong's Lexicon Aretas: Aretas Original Word: Ἀρέτας Word Origin: Of Nabataean origin, possibly derived from the Arabic "Harith," meaning "protector" or "guardian." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Aretas, as it is a proper name of Nabataean origin. However, the cultural and historical context can be linked to various Hebrew terms related to kingship and governance. Usage: Aretas refers to a Nabataean king mentioned in the New Testament. He is known for his political and military influence during the time of the early Christian church. The name appears in the context of the Apostle Paul's experiences. Cultural and Historical Background: Aretas IV Philopatris was a king of the Nabataeans from 9 BC to AD 40. His reign was marked by significant political maneuvering and expansion of Nabataean influence. The Nabataeans were an Arab people whose kingdom was located in what is now modern-day Jordan, with Petra as their capital. Aretas IV is historically significant for his conflict with Herod Antipas, which led to tensions with the Roman Empire. This historical backdrop provides context for his mention in the New Testament. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition Aretas, an Arabian king NASB Translation Aretas (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 702: ἈρέταςἈρέτας (WH ἀρετάς, see their Introductory § 408), Ἁρέτα (cf. Winers Grammar, § 8, 1; (Buttmann, 20 (18))), ὁ, Aretas (a name common to many of the kings of Arabia Petraea or Nabathaean Arabia (cf. B. D. under the word Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Aretas. Of foreign origin; Aretas, an Arabian -- Aretas. Forms and Transliterations Αρετα Ἁρέτα Areta Hareta HarétaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |