Lexical Summary Iasón: Jason Original Word: Ἰάσων Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Jason. Future active participle masculine of iaomai; about to cure; Jason, a Christian -- Jason. see GREEK iaomai NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originname of a legendary Greek Definition Jason, the name of one, perhaps two, Christian NASB Translation Jason (5). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2394: ἸάσωνἸάσων, Ἰάσονος, ὁ, Jason, a Thessalonian, Paul's host: Acts 17:5-7, 9; whether he is the same who is mentioned in Romans 16:21 as a kinsman of Paul is uncertain. Topical Lexicon Entry Title: Jason (Strong’s Greek 2394) Occurrences in the New Testament 1. Acts 17:5 – “…they rushed to Jason’s house in search of Paul and Silas…” Narrative Setting in Acts 17 After a fruitful though brief ministry in Thessalonica, Paul and Silas find refuge in the home of Jason, a local believer. Jason’s hospitality quickly places him at the center of conflict when jealousy drives certain Jews to incite a mob. Jason is seized, brought before the city authorities, and made to post a bond guaranteeing civic peace. His courageous support allows Paul and Silas to escape by night to Berea, ensuring the continuation of the missionary journey. Pauline Commendation in Romans 16 Years later, Paul writes to the believers in Rome from Corinth. Among the co-workers sending greetings is Jason, called Paul’s “kinsman” (Romans 16:21), a term Paul also applies to fellow Jews (compare Romans 9:3). Jason’s presence with Paul in Corinth suggests he became an enduring companion in ministry, not merely a one-time host. His name appears alongside Timothy and Sosipater, indicating trusted status within Paul’s circle. Character Portrait and Ministry Lessons • Hospitality: Jason opens his household to traveling missionaries, modeling the command of Hebrews 13:2. Historical and Cultural Background Thessalonica, a free city of Macedonia, enjoyed political privileges under Rome. Disturbances threatened that status, so city officials acted swiftly when accusations of sedition (“another king, Jesus,” Acts 17:7) arose. Posting a bond was a common Roman legal measure to secure good behavior. Jason’s payment likely served both to placate authorities and to guarantee Paul’s unobtrusive departure. His willingness to incur this cost illustrates the economic sacrifices often demanded of first-century believers. Theological Significance Jason’s account underscores the sovereignty of God in advancing the gospel through ordinary disciples. While apostles move on, local believers bear the cost and maintain the witness. Jason’s defense of Paul exemplifies partnership in the gospel (Philippians 1:5) and the body dynamic described in 1 Corinthians 12:22, where “the parts of the body that seem to be weaker are indispensable.” Legacy in Church History Early Christian tradition locates Jason with Paul in later travels and occasionally links him to missionary work in the region of Epirus. Though extra-biblical details remain uncertain, the canonical record alone secures Jason’s reputation as a steadfast ally of apostolic mission. Applications for Contemporary Believers • Open homes and resources to gospel workers. Summary Jason emerges from the New Testament as a hospitable, courageous, and faithful supporter of Paul’s ministry. His brief but vivid appearances in Acts and Romans highlight the indispensable role of lay believers in the spread of the gospel and encourage modern Christians to similar devotion. Forms and Transliterations Ιασονα Ἰάσονα Ιασονος Ἰάσονος Ιασων Ἰάσων ιαταί ιατρεία ιατρευθήναι ιατρεύθης ιατρευόμενον ιατρεύοντο ιατρεύσαμεν ιατρεύσω Iason Iasōn Iáson Iásōn Iasona Iásona Iasonos IásonosLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 17:5 N-GMSGRK: τῇ οἰκίᾳ Ἰάσονος ἐζήτουν αὐτοὺς NAS: the house of Jason, they were seeking KJV: the house of Jason, and sought INT: the house of Jason they sought them Acts 17:6 N-AMS Acts 17:7 N-NMS Acts 17:9 N-GMS Romans 16:21 N-NMS Strong's Greek 2394 |
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