828. Augoustos

Lexicon

Augoustos: Augustus

Original Word: Αὔγουστος
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine
Transliteration: Augoustos
Pronunciation: ow-GOOS-tos
Phonetic Spelling: (ow'-goos-tos)
Definition: Augustus
Meaning: Augustus, a title conferred on the first Roman Emperor, C. Iulius Octauianus, denoting sanctity (almost divinity).

Strong's Exhaustive Concordance

Augustus.

From Latin ("august"); Augustus, a title of the Roman emperor -- Augustus.

NAS Exhaustive Concordance

Word Origin
of Latin origin
Definition
Augustus, the name of a Rom. emperor
NASB Translation
Augustus (1).

Thayer's Greek Lexicon

STRONGS NT 828: Αὐγοῦστος

Αὐγοῦστος, Ἀυγυστου, ὁ, Augustus (cf. English Majesty; see σεβαστός, 2), the surname of Gaius Julius Caesar Octavianus, the first Roman emperor: Luke 2:1.

Topical Lexicon

Word Origin: Derived from Latin "Augustus," meaning "venerable" or "revered." The title was originally given to Gaius Octavius, the first Roman emperor, by the Roman Senate in 27 BC.

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for the title "Augustus" as it is a Latin term specific to the Roman context. However, the concept of a ruler or king can be found in various Hebrew terms such as מֶלֶךְ (melek, Strong's Hebrew 4428), which means "king."

Usage: The term "Augustus" is used in the New Testament to refer to the Roman emperor reigning during the time of Jesus' birth. It appears in the context of the decree for a census that led Joseph and Mary to Bethlehem.

Context: • Historical Context: Augustus, originally named Gaius Octavius, was the first emperor of Rome and ruled from 27 BC until his death in AD 14. His reign marked the transition from the Roman Republic to the Roman Empire. Augustus was known for his administrative reforms and the establishment of the Pax Romana, a long period of relative peace and stability across the empire.
• Biblical Significance: In the New Testament, Augustus is mentioned in Luke 2:1, which states, "Now in those days a decree went out from Caesar Augustus that a census should be taken of the whole empire." This decree is significant as it sets the stage for the fulfillment of the prophecy regarding the birthplace of the Messiah, as it required Joseph and Mary to travel to Bethlehem, where Jesus was born.
• Theological Implications: The mention of Augustus in the Gospel of Luke highlights the intersection of divine providence and human history. The decree of a Roman emperor, a secular ruler, inadvertently fulfills God's plan as foretold by the prophets. This underscores the sovereignty of God over earthly authorities and events.
• Cultural Impact: Augustus' reign is often seen as a time of prosperity and order, which provided a conducive environment for the spread of the Gospel in the early years of the Christian church. The stability of the Roman Empire under Augustus allowed for safer travel and communication, aiding the missionary journeys of the apostles.

Forms and Transliterations

Αυγουστου Αὐγούστου Augoustou Augoústou

Englishman's Concordance

Luke 2:1 N-GMS
GRK: παρὰ Καίσαρος Αὐγούστου ἀπογράφεσθαι πᾶσαν
NAS: out from Caesar Augustus, that a census be taken
KJV: Caesar Augustus, that all
INT: from Ceasar Augustus that should be registered all

Strong's Greek 828
1 Occurrence

Αὐγούστου — 1 Occ.