Strong's Lexicon Klaudia: Claudia Original Word: Κλαυδία Word Origin: Derived from the Latin name "Claudius," which was a prominent Roman family name. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the name "Claudia," as it is of Latin origin. However, the concept of individuals from various nations joining the people of God is echoed in the Old Testament, such as in Isaiah 56:6-7, where foreigners who join themselves to the Lord are welcomed. Usage: The name "Claudia" appears in the New Testament as a Christian woman mentioned in the closing greetings of Paul's second letter to Timothy. The name is associated with a person of faith and is indicative of the spread of Christianity among diverse cultural backgrounds, including Roman society. Cultural and Historical Background: Claudia is mentioned in 2 Timothy 4:21, a letter traditionally attributed to the Apostle Paul. During this time, the early Christian church was expanding throughout the Roman Empire, and many individuals from various social and cultural backgrounds were converting to Christianity. The name "Claudia" suggests a connection to Roman heritage, as it was a common name among Roman women, often associated with the noble Claudian family. This reflects the diverse makeup of the early Christian community, which included both Jews and Gentiles, as well as people from different social strata. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfem. of Klaudios Definition Claudia, a Christian woman NASB Translation Claudia (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 2803: ΚλαυδίαΚλαυδία, Κλαυδιας, ἡ, Claudia, a Christian woman: 2 Timothy 4:21. (Cf. B. D. (especially American edition) under the word, also references under the word Πούδης.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Claudia. Feminine of Klaudios; Claudia, a Christian woman -- Claudia. see GREEK Klaudios Forms and Transliterations Κλαυδια Κλαυδία Klaudia KlaudíaLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |