Lysias
/LIS-ee-us/
Summary
In the New Testament, refers to Claudius Lysias, the Roman military tribune who rescued Paul in Jerusalem.
☩Identity
Lysias in the New Testament refers to Claudius Lysias, the Roman chiliarch (commander of a thousand men) who commanded the garrison at the Tower of Antonia in Jerusalem. He rescued Paul from the mob that sought to kill him and later transferred Paul safely to Governor Felix at Caesarea. See CLAUDIUS LYSIAS for full treatment.
Key verses:Acts 24:7Acts 24:22Acts 23:26
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Lysias," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. V (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Hastings (ed.), "Lysias," in Dictionary of the Apostolic Church, vol. I (T. & T. Clark, 1915–1918).