Strong's Lexicon Artemas: Artemas Original Word: Ἀρτεμᾶς Word Origin: Derived from the Greek name Ἄρτεμις (Artemis), which is associated with the Greek goddess of the hunt, wilderness, and childbirth. Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the name Artemas, as it is of Greek origin and specific to the New Testament context. Usage: Artemas is a personal name mentioned in the New Testament. It is used to refer to a Christian disciple who was a companion of the Apostle Paul. The name itself, being derived from Artemis, suggests a cultural background that was familiar with Greek mythology and pagan practices, yet Artemas was a follower of Christ. Cultural and Historical Background: In the Greco-Roman world, names often reflected cultural and religious influences. The name Artemas, linked to the goddess Artemis, indicates a Hellenistic background. Despite this, Artemas was a Christian, demonstrating the diverse backgrounds of early believers. The early church was a melting pot of different cultures and traditions, unified by faith in Jesus Christ. NAS Exhaustive Concordance Word Originprobably a contr. from a comp. of Artemis and dóron Definition "gift of Artemis," Artemas, a friend of the apostle Paul NASB Translation Artemas (1). Thayer's Greek Lexicon STRONGS NT 734: ἈρτεμᾶςἈρτεμᾶς, Ἀρτεμα, ὁ (abbreviated from Ἀρτεμιδωρος (i. e. gift of Artemis), cf. Winers Grammar, 102 (97); (Buttmann, 20 (17f); Lob. Pathol. Proleg., p. 505f; Chandler § 32)), Artemas, a friend of Paul the apostle: Titus 3:12. (Cf. B. D. under the word.) Strong's Exhaustive Concordance Artemas. Contracted from a compound of Artemis and doron; gift of Artemis; Artemas (or Artemidorus), a Christian -- Artemas. see GREEK Artemis see GREEK doron Forms and Transliterations Αρτεμαν Ἀρτεμᾶν Arteman ArtemânLinks Interlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts |
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