Justus

Jesus, also called Justus, was one of the few Jewish believers who supported Paul during his imprisonment.

The name Justus means “just or upright”

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Summary

A man living at the time of the New Testament, only mentioned at Colossians 4:11; referred to as Justus (Ἰοῦστος) or Jesus (Ἰησοῦς).

Glossary entries

Alternative names

ἸησοῦςJesusmeans “savior; deliverer”
ἸοῦστοςJustus

Mentions

Colossians 4:11Ἰησοῦς · Jesus; Ἰοῦστος · Justus
Jesus, who is called Justus, also sends greetings. These are the only Jews among my fellow workers for the kingdom of God, and they have been a comfort to me.