The meaning of “Ναζωραῖος”
Understanding Nazōraîos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
Nazarene, of Nazareth. - a Nazoræan, i.e. inhabitant of Nazareth - by extension, a Christian
Ναζωραῖος
Nazarene, of Nazareth. - a Nazoræan, i.e. inhabitant of Nazareth - by extension, a Christian
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 26:71 | “And when he was gone out into the porch, another maid saw him, and said unto them that were there, This fellow was also with Jesus of Nazareth.” Word: Ναζωραῖος (Nazōraîos) | |
| Mark 10:47 | “And when he heard that it was Jesus of Nazareth, he began to cry out, and say, Jesus, thou Son of David, have mercy on me.” Word: Ναζωραῖος (Nazōraîos) | |
| Luke 24:19 | “And he said unto them, What things? And they said unto him, Concerning Jesus of Nazareth, which was a prophet mighty in deed and word before God and all the people:” Word: Ναζωραῖος (Nazōraîos) | |
| John 18:7 | “Then asked he them again, Whom seek ye? And they said, Jesus of Nazareth.” Word: Ναζωραῖος (Nazōraîos) | |
| Acts 6:14 | “For we have heard him say, that this Jesus of Nazareth shall destroy this place, and shall change the customs which Moses delivered us.” Word: Ναζωραῖος (Nazōraîos) |