Strong's Lexicon Rhouphos: Rufus Original Word: Ῥοῦφος Word Origin: Derived from Latin "Rufus," meaning "red" or "reddish." Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There is no direct Hebrew equivalent for the name Rufus, as it is of Latin origin. However, the concept of naming based on physical traits can be seen in Hebrew names like Esau (H6215), which means "hairy." Usage: Rufus is a personal name mentioned in the New Testament. It is used to identify a specific individual who was a member of the early Christian community. The name suggests a person with red hair or a ruddy complexion, which was a common Roman name. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Roman world, names often carried meanings related to physical characteristics or familial heritage. Rufus was a common name in Roman society, indicating that the individual might have had Roman connections or ancestry. The mention of Rufus in the New Testament highlights the diverse backgrounds of early Christians, who came from various ethnic and cultural backgrounds, including Jewish and Gentile communities. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Latin origin Definition "red," Rufus, a Christian at Rome NASB Translation Rufus (2). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4504: ῬοῦφοςῬοῦφος, Ῥούφου. ὁ, Rufus (i. e. 'red', 'reddish'), a Latin proper name of a certain Christian: Mark 15:21; Romans 16:13. (B. D. under the word Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Rufus. Of Latin origin; red; Rufus, a Christian -- Rufus. Forms and Transliterations Ρουφον Ῥοῦφον Ρουφου Ῥούφου Rhouphon Rhoûphon Rhouphou Rhoúphou Rouphon RouphouLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Mark 15:21 N-GMSGRK: Ἀλεξάνδρου καὶ Ῥούφου ἵνα ἄρῃ NAS: of Alexander and Rufus), to bear KJV: of Alexander and Rufus, to bear INT: of Alexander and Rufus that he might carry Romans 16:13 N-AMS Strong's Greek 4504 |
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