Berean Strong's Lexicon Manaén: Manaen Original Word: Μαναήν Word Origin: Of uncertain origin, possibly derived from a Hebrew name meaning "comforter" or "consoler." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for Manaén, but the name may be related to the Hebrew name Menahem (מְנַחֵם), which means "comforter." Usage: Manaén is a proper noun used in the New Testament to refer to a specific individual who was a member of the early Christian church in Antioch. He is noted for his association with Herod the tetrarch, as he was brought up with him. Cultural and Historical Background: Manaén is mentioned in the context of the early Christian community in Antioch, a significant center for the spread of Christianity in the first century. Antioch was a major city in the Roman Empire, known for its diverse population and as a hub for early Christian missionary activity. Manaén's connection to Herod the tetrarch suggests he had a background of some influence or status, as Herod Antipas was a ruler of Galilee and Perea and a member of the Herodian dynasty. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof uncertain origin Definition Manaen, a Christian NASB Translation Manaen (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 3127: ΜαναήνΜαναήν, ὁ (מְנַחֵם, consoler), Manaen, a certain prophet in the church at Antioch: Acts 13:1. (See Hackett in B. D., under the word.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Manaen. Of uncertain origin; Manaen, a Christian -- Manaen. Forms and Transliterations Μαναην Μαναήν Manaen Manaēn ManaḗnLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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