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Christian lawyer whom Paul commended

Zenas

Named in 1 verse of Titus, first in Titus 3:13.

ΖηνᾶςZenas

The name means “living.” Hitchcock's Bible Names, 1869

About Zenas Written by AI

Zenas was a Christian lawyer mentioned by Paul in his letter to Titus. Paul instructs Titus to help Zenas and Apollos on their journey, ensuring that they have everything they need. The fact that Paul refers to Zenas as a lawyer suggests he may have had training in Jewish or Roman law. His association with Apollos, a learned and eloquent teacher, may indicate that Zenas was also involved in teaching or preaching. Paul's commendation of Zenas demonstrates his importance in the early Christian community, although no other details about his life or ministry are provided in the Bible.

Drafted by an AI model for STEPBible's TIPNR (Tyndale House Cambridge, CC BY 4.0). Check it against the verses below.

Easton's Bible Dictionary, 1897

A disciple called “the lawyer,” whom Paul wished Titus to bring with him (Titus 3:13). Nothing more is known of him.

M. G. Easton, Illustrated Bible Dictionary, third edition (1897), public domain, from CrossWire. Shown as written; its Scripture quotes are from older translations.

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Where the Bible names him

  1. Titus 3:13

    Do your best to equip Zenas the lawyer and Apollos, so that they will have everything they need.

From STEPBible's TIPNR, Tyndale House Cambridge (CC BY 4.0): names, family, references and the AI written article. Verse text is the BSB.