Greek Word Study
The meaning of “Ἀκύλας”
Understanding Akýlas reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Definition
probably for Latin aquila (an eagle) Aquila. - Akulas, an Israelite
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Greek Text
Strong's Concordance
Ἀκύλας
Phoneticak-oo'-las
TransliterationAkýlas
Grammar Code
N:N-M-P
Noun
Strong's Definition
Strong's Exhaustive Concordance
probably for Latin aquila (an eagle) Aquila. - Akulas, an Israelite
Scripture References
Occurrences in the Bible
6 total references
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Acts 18:18 | “And Paul after this tarried there yet a good while, and then took his leave of the brethren, and sailed thence into Syria, and with him Priscilla and Aquila; having shorn his head in Cenchrea: for he had a vow.” Word: Ἀκύλας (Akýlas) | |
| Romans 16:3 | “Greet Priscilla and Aquila my helpers in Christ Jesus:” Word: Ἀκύλας (Akýlas) | |
| 1 Corinthians 16:19 | “The churches of Asia salute you. Aquila and Priscilla salute you much in the Lord, with the church that is in their house.” Word: Ἀκύλας (Akýlas) | |
| 2 Timothy 4:19 | “Salute Prisca and Aquila, and the household of Onesiphorus.” Word: Ἀκύλας (Akýlas) |