Bernice

Βερνίκη/ber-NY-see/

“Victorious, bringer of victory”

Summary

The daughter of Herod Agrippa I who was present with her brother Agrippa II when Paul made his defense at Caesarea.

☩Paul's Defense

Bernice came to Caesarea with her brother King Agrippa II to welcome the new governor Festus. When they heard about Paul's case, Agrippa requested to hear him. Paul made his famous defense before them, during which Agrippa said, 'Almost you persuade me to become a Christian.'

Key verses:Acts 25:13Acts 25:23Acts 26:30

☩Historical Context

Bernice was first married to her uncle Herod of Chalcis, then later to Polemon king of Cilicia. After leaving him, she lived with her brother Agrippa, causing scandal. She eventually became the mistress of both Vespasian and Titus.

Key verses:Acts 25:13

Related Verses3 mentions

Acts· 3 verses

25:13 25:23 26:30

References

1.George Morrish, "Bernice," in Morrish's Concise Bible Dictionary (George Morrish, 1898).