Antipas is a biblical figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Book of Revelation. He is recognized as a faithful witness and martyr for the Christian faith during the early years of the Church. The name "Antipas" is believed to be a shortened form of "Antipater," a common name in the Greco-Roman world.

Biblical Reference:

Antipas is mentioned in Revelation 2:13, where Jesus addresses the church in Pergamum through the Apostle John: "I know where you live, where Satan has his throne. Yet you hold fast to My name and have not denied your faith in Me, even in the days when Antipas, My faithful witness, was killed among you, where Satan dwells" .

Historical Context:

Pergamum, the city where Antipas was martyred, was a significant center of pagan worship and Roman imperial cults. It was known for its grand temples dedicated to Zeus, Athena, and other deities, as well as the worship of the Roman emperor. The phrase "where Satan has his throne" likely refers to the pervasive idolatry and opposition to Christianity present in the city.

Antipas as a Faithful Witness:

The term "faithful witness" used to describe Antipas is significant. In the New Testament, the Greek word for "witness" is "martys," which is also the root for the English word "martyr." This indicates that Antipas not only testified to his faith in Christ but also suffered death because of his unwavering commitment. His martyrdom serves as a powerful example of steadfast faith in the face of persecution.

Tradition and Legacy:

While the Bible provides limited information about Antipas, early Christian tradition holds that he was a bishop or leader in the church at Pergamum. According to some accounts, he was martyred during the reign of Emperor Domitian, who ruled from AD 81 to 96. Tradition suggests that Antipas was executed by being burned alive in a brazen bull, a method of torture and execution used in ancient times.

Antipas is venerated as a saint in various Christian traditions, and his example of faithfulness under persecution continues to inspire believers. His commemoration is observed on April 11 in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Theological Significance:

Antipas's mention in the Book of Revelation highlights the theme of perseverance and faithfulness amidst trials, a recurring message throughout the New Testament. His life and martyrdom exemplify the call to remain true to Christ, even when faced with severe opposition. The reference to Antipas in Revelation serves as both a commendation to the church in Pergamum and an encouragement to all believers to hold fast to their faith.

In summary, Antipas stands as a testament to the early Christian witness and the cost of discipleship. His account, though brief in the biblical text, resonates with the enduring call to faithfulness and courage in the face of adversity.Antipas

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(like the father), martyr at Pergamos, (Revelation 2:13) and according to tradition the bishop of that place. (A.D. before 100.)

Antipas

1. See HEROD ANTIPAS

2. A faithful martyr, in Pergamos, Revelation 2:13.

(1.) Herod Antipas, a son of Herod the Great by his Samaritan wife Malthace. He was tetrarch of Galilee and Peraea during the whole period of our Lord's life on earth (Luke 23:7). He was a frivolous and vain prince, and was chargeable with many infamous crimes (Mark 8:15; Luke 3:19; 13:31, 32). He beheaded John the Baptist (Matthew 14:1-12) at the instigation of Herodias, the wife of his half-brother Herod-Philip, whom he had married. Pilate sent Christ to him when he was at Jerusalem at the Passover (Luke 23:7). He asked some idle questions of him, and after causing him to be mocked, sent him back again to Pilate. The wife of Chuza, his house-steward, was one of our Lord's disciples (Luke 8:3).

(2.) A "faithful martyr" (Revelation 2:13), of whom nothing more is certainly known.

ANTIPAS

an'-ti-pas (Antipas): The name is an abbreviation of Antipater:

(1) A name of Herod "the tetrarch" (in Jos), son of Herod the Great, the brother of Archelaus (Matthew 14:1 Luke 3:1; Luke 9:7 Acts 13:1). See HEROD.

(2) A martyr of the church of Pergamum, described as "my witness, my faithful one" (Revelation 2:13).

493. Antipas -- Antipas, a Christian of Pergamum
... 492, 493. Antipas. 494 . Antipas, a Christian of Pergamum. Part of Speech:
Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Antipas Phonetic Spelling ...
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2265. Herodianoi -- Herodians, partisans of Herod
... Masculine Transliteration: Herodianoi Phonetic Spelling: (hay-ro-dee-an-oy') Short
Definition: the Herodians, the partisans of Herod Antipas Definition: the ...
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5529. Chouzas -- Chuza, an officer of Herod
... Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Chouzas Phonetic Spelling:
(khood-zas') Short Definition: Chuza Definition: Chuza, a steward of Herod Antipas. ...
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5376. Philippos -- "horse-loving," Philip, two sons of Herod the ...
... Definition: Philip, (a) one of the twelve apostles of Jesus, (b) tetrarch of the
Ituraean and Trachonitic region, half-brother of Herod Antipas, tetrarch of ...
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3127. Manaen -- Manaen, a Christian
... Phonetic Spelling: (man-ah-ane') Short Definition: Manaen Definition: (Graecized
form of Aramaic Menahem), Manaen, probably a member of Herod Antipas' court. ...
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494. Antipatris -- Antipatris, a city between Joppa and Caesarea ...
... Antipatris. From the same as Antipas; Antipatris, a place in Palestine -- Antipatris.
see GREEK Antipas. (antipatrida) -- 1 Occurrence. 493, 494. ...
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2264. Herodes -- perhaps "son of a hero," Herod, the name of ...
... Phonetic Spelling: (hay-ro'-dace) Short Definition: Herod Definition: Herod; four
persons are called by this name: Herod the Great, Herod Antipas, Herod Agrippa ...
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2266. Herodias -- Herodias, granddaughter of Herod the Great
... died after AD 40), daughter of Aristobulus and granddaughter of Herod I, wife, first,
of her uncle Herod, second, of his half-brother, her uncle Herod Antipas. ...
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Persecutions of Herod Antipas. (Luke, xiii. , 31. )
... CHAPTER XII. CHRIST'S RETURN FROM CAPERNAUM TO JERUSALEM THROUGH SAMARIA. Section
220. Persecutions of Herod Antipas. (Luke, xiii., 31.). ...
/.../section 220 persecutions of herod.htm

Herod Antipas Supposes Jesus to be John.
... Herod Antipas Supposes Jesus to Be John. ... b 14 And ^c 7 Now ^a 1 At that season
^b King Herod [Herod Antipas, son of Herod the Great. ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/lxii herod antipas supposes jesus.htm

Second Stage of the Roman Trial. Jesus Before Herod Antipas.
... Crucifixion. CXXX. Second Stage of the Roman Trial. Jesus Before Herod Antipas.
(Jerusalem. Early Friday Morning.) ^C Luke 23:6-12. ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/cxxx second stage of the.htm

Embassy from John in Prison to Jesus --Death of John --Relations ...
... [Footnote 1: Matthew 9:14, and following.]. The leniency which Antipas had
at first shown toward John was not of long duration. In ...
/.../renan/the life of jesus/chapter xii embassy from john.htm

The Historical Situation
... 3. The other two who inherited Herod's dominion were brothers, Archelaus
and Antipas, sons of Malthace, one of Herod's many wives. ...
/.../rhees/the life of jesus of nazareth/i the historical situation.htm

Archelaus Goes to Rome with a Great Number of his Kindred. He is ...
... 3. In the mean time, Antipas went also to Rome, to strive for the kingdom, and to
insist that the former testament, wherein he was named to be king, was valid ...
/.../chapter 2 archelaus goes to.htm

The Gospel.
... Archelaus and Herod Antipas were the sons of one mother, Herod Philip of another,
and the murdered son of Mariamne had left two children, named Herod Agrippa ...
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The Roman Power.
... Hyrcanua was indolent, and was rather glad to be relieved from the trouble of reigning;
but his friend, Antipas, an Edomite by birth, and of the Jewish religion ...
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Fate of the Enemies of Jesus.
... [Footnote 5: Jos., Ant., XX. ix.1.]. [Footnote 6: Jos., lc]. Antipas and
Herodias soon disappeared also from the political scene. ...
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The Times of Pilate.
... Footnotes: [162] Archelaus was a son of Herod the Great, and own brother of
the Tetrarch Herod Antipas, with whom he was educated at Rome. ...
/.../pamphilius/church history/chapter ix the times of pilate.htm

Antipas (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary. (1.) Herod Antipas, a son of Herod the Great by his
Samaritan wife Malthace. ... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. ANTIPAS. ...
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Aretas (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary The father-in-law of Herod Antipas, and king of
Arabia Petraea. His daughter returned to him on the occasion ...
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Herodias (7 Occurrences)
... While residing at Rome with her husband Herod Philip I. and her daughter, Herod
Antipas fell in with her during one of his journeys to that city. ...
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Machaerus
... John the Baptist was probably cast into the prison connected with this castle by
Herod Antipas, whom he had reproved for his adulterous marriage with Herodias. ...
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Nobleman (5 Occurrences)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary (Gr. basilikos, ie, "king's man"), an officer
of state (John 4:49) in the service of Herod Antipas. He ...
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Tiberias (3 Occurrences)
... It is said to have been founded by Herod Antipas (AD 16), on the site of the ruins
of an older city called Rakkath, and to have been thus named by him after ...
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Martyr (2 Occurrences)
... In the King James Version rendered "martyr" in Acts 22:20, "thy martyr Stephen";
and Revelation 2:13, "Antipas my faithful martyr"; also 17:6, "the blood of ...
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Manaen (1 Occurrence)
... syntrophos; rendered in RV "foster brother" of) Herod, ie, Herod Antipas, the tetrach,
who, with his brother Archelaus, was educated at Rome. Int. ...
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Archelaus (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary Ruler of the people, son of Herod the Great, by Malthace,
a Samaritan woman. He was educated along with his brother Antipas at Rome. ...
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An'tipas (1 Occurrence)
An'tipas. Antipas, An'tipas. Antipater . Multi-Version Concordance An'tipas
(1 Occurrence). ... (See RSV). Antipas, An'tipas. Antipater . Reference Bible.
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