Lexicon Silas: Silas Original Word: Σίλας
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: Silas
Pronunciation: SEE-las
Phonetic Spelling: (see'-las)
Definition: Silas
Meaning: Silas, a pet-form of the name Silvanus; a Roman citizen and a helper of Paul. Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Silas. Contraction for Silouanos; Silas, a Christian -- Silas. see GREEK Silouanos NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originof Aramaic origin DefinitionSilas, a fellow missionary of Paul NASB TranslationSilas (13).
Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 4609: ΣιλᾶςΣιλᾶς (genitive not found (except Josephus, Vita17 Σιλᾷ)), dative Σιλᾷ, accusative Σιλᾶν ( Buttmann, 20 (18)), ὁ, Silas (contracted from Σιλουανός, which see; Winer's Grammar, 103 (97)), a Roman citizen ( Acts 16:37f), the companion of the apostle Paul in several of his journeys, and his associate in preaching the gospel: Acts 15:22, 27, 32, 34 Rec., 40; Acts 16:19, 25, 29; Acts 17:4, 10, 14; Acts 18:5. ( B. D., under the word .)
Topical Lexicon Word Origin: A contracted form of the Latin name Silvanus, which is derived from "silva," meaning "forest" or "wood."Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek name Silas, as it is of Latin origin. However, the role and function of Silas in the New Testament can be compared to various Old Testament figures who served as leaders and messengers, such as the prophets and Levites, though no specific Strong's Hebrew entry directly corresponds to Silas. Usage: The name Silas appears in the New Testament as a prominent figure in the early Church, particularly in the Acts of the Apostles and the Epistles of Paul. He is known for his missionary journeys alongside Paul and his role in the spread of the Gospel. Context: Silas, also known as Silvanus, is a significant figure in the New Testament, recognized for his leadership and missionary work in the early Christian Church. He first appears in Acts 15:22, where he is described as one of the "leading men among the brothers" in the Jerusalem church. Silas was chosen to accompany Paul and Barnabas to Antioch to deliver the decision of the Jerusalem Council, which addressed the issue of Gentile converts and the Mosaic Law.
Silas is most notably known for his missionary journeys with the Apostle Paul. In Acts 16:19-40, Silas and Paul are imprisoned in Philippi, where they famously sing hymns and pray, leading to a miraculous earthquake that opens the prison doors. This event results in the conversion of the Philippian jailer and his household. Silas continues to travel with Paul through Macedonia and Greece, preaching the Gospel and establishing churches.
In the Epistles, Silas is mentioned as a co-author with Paul in the letters to the Thessalonians (1 Thessalonians 1:1, 2 Thessalonians 1:1), indicating his significant role in the early Christian communities. He is also referred to as Silvanus in 2 Corinthians 1:19 and 1 Peter 5:12, where he is commended for his faithful service.
Silas's contributions to the early Church highlight his dedication to the spread of Christianity and his partnership with Paul in the mission to the Gentiles. His presence in key events and his mention in the Epistles underscore his importance as a trusted leader and evangelist. Forms and Transliterations Σιλα Σίλᾳ Σιλαν Σιλᾶν Σίλαν Σιλας Σιλᾶς Σίλας Sila Sílāi Silan Sílan Silas SílasLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel TextsEnglishman's Concordance Acts 15:22 N-AMSGRK: Βαρσαββᾶν καὶ Σίλαν ἄνδρας ἡγουμένουςNAS: Barsabbas, and Silas, leading KJV: Barsabas, and Silas, chief men INT: Barnabas and Silas men leading Acts 15:27 N-AMS
GRK: Ἰούδαν καὶ Σίλαν καὶ αὐτοὺς
NAS: Judas and Silas, who themselves
KJV: Judas and Silas, who shall
INT: Judas and Silas also them Acts 15:32 N-NMS
GRK: τε καὶ Σίλας καὶ αὐτοὶ
NAS: Judas and Silas, also being
KJV: And Judas and Silas, being prophets
INT: and and Silas also themselves Acts 15:34 Noun-DMS
GRK: δὲ τῷ Σίλᾳ ἐπιμεῖναι αὐτοῦ
KJV: it pleased Silas to abide
INT: Notwithstanding to Silas to remain there Acts 15:40 N-AMS
GRK: δὲ ἐπιλεξάμενος Σίλαν ἐξῆλθεν παραδοθεὶς
NAS: chose Silas and left,
KJV: chose Silas, and departed,
INT: however having chosen Silas went forth having been committed Acts 16:19 N-AMS
GRK: καὶ τὸν Σίλαν εἵλκυσαν εἰς
NAS: Paul and Silas and dragged
KJV: Paul and Silas, and drew [them] into
INT: and Silas they dragged [them] into Acts 16:25 N-NMS
GRK: Παῦλος καὶ Σίλας προσευχόμενοι ὕμνουν
NAS: Paul and Silas were praying
KJV: and Silas prayed,
INT: Paul and Silas praying were singing praises to Acts 16:29 N-DMS
GRK: καὶ τῷ Σίλᾳ
NAS: he fell down before Paul and Silas,
KJV: Paul and Silas,
INT: and Silas Acts 17:4 N-DMS
GRK: καὶ τῷ Σίλᾳ τῶν τε
NAS: Paul and Silas, along
KJV: with Paul and Silas; and of the devout
INT: and to Silas of the moreover Acts 17:10 N-AMS
GRK: καὶ τὸν Σίλαν εἰς Βέροιαν
NAS: sent Paul and Silas away by night
KJV: Paul and Silas by night
INT: and Silas to Berea Acts 17:14 N-NMS
GRK: ὅ τε Σίλας καὶ ὁ
NAS: as the sea; and Silas and Timothy
KJV: the sea: but Silas and Timotheus
INT: both Silas and Acts 17:15 N-AMS
GRK: πρὸς τὸν Σίλαν καὶ τὸν
NAS: a command for Silas and Timothy
KJV: a commandment unto Silas and Timotheus
INT: to Silas and Acts 18:5 N-NMS
GRK: ὅ τε Σίλας καὶ ὁ
NAS: But when Silas and Timothy came down
KJV: And when Silas and Timotheus
INT: both Silas and Strong's Greek 4609
13 Occurrences
Σίλᾳ — 3 Occ.
Σίλαν — 6 Occ.
Σίλας — 4 Occ.
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