Sapphira

Sapphira, along with her husband Ananias, lied to the apostles about the proceeds from a property sale and died as a result.

The name Sapphira means “that relates or tells”

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Summary

A woman living at the time of the New Testament, only mentioned at Acts 5:1; only referred to as Sapphira (Σαπφείρη); wife of Ananias.

Events

Dates are approximate

Ananias and Sapphira lie to Godc. AD 30

Glossary entries

Family members

Spouse: Ananias

Alternative names

ΣαπφείρηSapphira

Mentions

Acts 5:1
Now a man named Ananias, together with his wife Sapphira, also sold a piece of property.