This is the name of Stephen: One of seven deacons, full of faith, performed miracles, martyred.
Definition
Στέφανος, -ου, ὁ
Stephen: Acts 6:5, 8-9; 7:59; 8:2; 11:19; 22:20.
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- Acts 6:5Στέφανον · StephenThis proposal pleased the whole group. They chose Stephen, a man full of faith and of the Holy Spirit, as well as Philip, Prochorus, Nicanor, Timon, Parmenas, and Nicolas from Antioch, a convert to Judaism.
- Acts 6:8Στέφανος · StephenNow Stephen, who was full of grace and power, was performing great wonders and signs among the people.
- Acts 6:9Στεφάνῳ · StephenBut resistance arose from what was called the Synagogue of the Freedmen, including Cyrenians, Alexandrians, and men from the provinces of Cilicia and Asia. They disputed with Stephen,
- Acts 7:59Στέφανον · StephenWhile they were stoning him, Stephen appealed, “Lord Jesus, receive my spirit.”
- Acts 8:2Στέφανον · StephenGod-fearing men buried Stephen and mourned deeply over him.
- Acts 11:19Στεφάνῳ · StephenMeanwhile those scattered by the persecution that began with Stephen traveled as far as Phoenicia, Cyprus, and Antioch, speaking the message only to Jews.
- Acts 22:20Στεφάνου · StephenAnd when the blood of Your witness Stephen was shed, I stood there giving my approval and watching over the garments of those who killed him.’