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Stephanas
crown; crowned
Στεφανᾶς Stephanas
Stephanas (Greek: Στεφανᾶς, Stephanas) means “crown; crowned”, by traditional interpretation. It appears in 4 verses across 1 book of the Bible. In United States birth records the name is below the reporting threshold. Appears with Achaicus in 1 Corinthians 16.
The bearer in scripture
One person in scripture bears this name.
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Stephanas
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At a glance
- Verses
- 4 across 1 book
- Bearers
- 1 one person only
- Testament
- New
- Era
- Apostolic
Using it today
In United States birth records this name is below the reporting threshold. The Social Security Administration does not publish counts under five, so a name given to four children looks the same as one given to none.
In scripture
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| First appears | 1 Corinthians 1:16 |
| Last appears | 1 Corinthians 16:24 |
| Cross-references | 56 linked passages |
Names connected to this one
- Achaicus co-occurrence Appears with Achaicus in 1 Corinthians 16.
- Fortunatus co-occurrence Appears with Fortunatus in 1 Corinthians 16.
- Chloe co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Chloe.
- Timothy co-occurrence Appears with Timothy in 1 Corinthians 16.
- Sosthenes co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Sosthenes.
- Apollos co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Apollos.
- Crispus co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Crispus.
- Gaius co-occurrence Appears in the same passages as Gaius.
Origin & meaning
Στεφανᾶς, -ᾶ, ὁ
Stephanas: 1Co.1:16 16:15 16:17.†
(AS)
Stephanas was a believer from Corinth who, along with his household, was baptized by Paul and later visited Paul to provide support and encouragement.
The biblical story
Stephanas was a member of the church in Corinth who is mentioned in 1Co.1.16 and 1Co.16.15-17. He and his household were among the first converts in Achaia (the region of Greece where Corinth was located) and were baptized by Paul himself (1Co.1.16).
In 1Co.16.15, Paul commends the household of Stephanas for their dedication to the service of the saints. This suggests that Stephanas and his family were actively involved in ministering to the needs of the believers in Corinth and had distinguished themselves through their devotion and service.
Later in the same chapter, Paul mentions that Stephanas, along with Fortunatus and Achaicus, had visited him and provided comfort and encouragement (1Co.16.17-18). Their presence was a source of joy and refreshment for Paul, who was facing challenges and opposition in his ministry.
Paul urges the Corinthian church to submit to and acknowledge leaders like Stephanas, who had devoted themselves to the work of the ministry (1Co.16.16). This indicates that Stephanas was a respected leader in the Corinthian church, known for his service and commitment to the gospel.
Overall, Stephanas emerges as an exemplary member of the early church, whose faith, service, and support were highly valued by Paul and the Corinthian believers.
Key verses
Stephanas appears in 4 verses. Here are some of the most notable:
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And I baptized also the household of Stephanas: besides, I know not whether I baptized any other.
1 Corinthians 1:16 -
I beseech you, brethren, (ye know the house of Stephanas, that it is the firstfruits of Achaia, and that they have addicted themselves to the ministry of the saints,)
1 Corinthians 16:15 -
I am glad of the coming of Stephanas and Fortunatus and Achaicus: for that which was lacking on your part they have supplied.
1 Corinthians 16:17 -
My love be with you all in Christ Jesus. Amen. The first epistle to the Corinthians was written from Philippi by Stephanas, and Fortunatus, and Achaicus, and Timotheus.
1 Corinthians 16:24
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1 Corinthians (4)
- 1 Corinthians 1:16
- 1 Corinthians 16:15
- 1 Corinthians 16:17
- 1 Corinthians 16:24