Lexicon Apellés: Apelles Original Word: Ἀπελλῆς Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Apelles. Of Latin origin; Apelles, a Christian -- Apelles. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originfrom the same as Apollónia Definition Apelles, a Christian at Rome NASB Translation Apelles (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 559: ἈπελλῆςἈπελλῆς (better Ἀπελλῆς, with the circumflex (so all editions); see Chandler §§ 59, 60), Ἀπελλου, ὁ, Apelles, the proper name of a certain Christian: Romans 16:10. (Cf. Lightfoot on Philip., p. 174.) Topical Lexicon Word Origin: The name Ἀπελλῆς is of Greek origin, likely derived from the Greek name Apollos or a similar root, which was a common name in the Hellenistic world.Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the Greek name Ἀπελλῆς, as it is a proper noun of Greek origin and does not have a corresponding name in the Hebrew Scriptures. Usage: The name Apelles appears once in the New Testament, specifically in the Epistle to the Romans. Context: Apelles is a Christian mentioned by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Romans. In Romans 16:10, Paul writes, "Greet Apelles, who is approved in Christ." This brief mention suggests that Apelles was a member of the early Christian community in Rome and was recognized for his steadfast faith and character. The phrase "approved in Christ" indicates that Apelles had been tested and found faithful, earning a commendation from Paul. This approval may imply that Apelles had undergone trials or challenges in his faith journey, emerging as a respected and trustworthy believer. The context of Romans 16, where Paul sends greetings to various individuals, highlights the personal connections and the network of believers in the early Church. Apelles' inclusion in this list signifies his importance and standing within the Christian community. Forms and Transliterations Απελλην Ἀπελλῆν Apellen Apellên Apellēn Apellē̂nLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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