The meaning of “Καϊάφας”
Understanding Kaïáphas reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
of Chaldee origin Caiaphas. - the dell - Caiaphas (i.e. Cajepha), an Israelite
Καϊάφας
of Chaldee origin Caiaphas. - the dell - Caiaphas (i.e. Cajepha), an Israelite
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:57 | “And they that had laid hold on Jesus led him away to Caiaphas the high priest, where the scribes and the elders were assembled.” Word: Καϊάφας (Kaïáphas) | |
| Luke 3:2 | “Annas and Caiaphas being the high priests, the word of God came unto John the son of Zacharias in the wilderness.” Word: Καϊάφας (Kaïáphas) | |
| John 18:14 | “Now Caiaphas was he, which gave counsel to the Jews, that it was expedient that one man should die for the people.” Word: Καϊάφας (Kaïáphas) | |
| Acts 4:6 | “And Annas the high priest, and Caiaphas, and John, and Alexander, and as many as were of the kindred of the high priest, were gathered together at Jerusalem.” Word: Καϊάφας (Kaïáphas) |