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Zenas
living
Ζηνᾶς Zēnas
Zenas (Greek: Ζηνᾶς, Zēnas) means “living”, by traditional interpretation. It appears once, at Titus 3:13. In 2018 it was given to 5 children in the United States. Appears with Apollos in Titus 3.
The bearer in scripture
One person in scripture bears this name.
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Zenas
Scripture against society
The two measures, side by side
At a glance
- Verses
- 1 across 1 book
- Bearers
- 1 one person only
- Testament
- New
- Era
- Apostolic
- Hapax
- Yes occurs exactly once
Using it today
Based on 2018 births across the United States.
| Measure | Value | Reading |
|---|---|---|
| Given in 2018 | 5 | Steady |
| All-time total | 447 | Since records begin in 1880 |
| Peak | 23 in 1991 | Its highest year on record |
In scripture
| Fact | Detail |
|---|---|
| First appears | Titus 3:13 |
| Cross-references | 16 linked passages |
Origin & meaning
Ζηνᾶς, -ᾶ, accusative -ᾶν
(contr. from Ζηνόδωρος),
Zenas: Tit.3:13.†
(AS)
Zenas, a lawyer, was commended by Paul and was to be sent on his journey with Apollos.
The biblical story
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.
Key verses
Zenas appears in 1 verse. Here are some of the most notable:
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Bring Zenas the lawyer and Apollos on their journey diligently, that nothing be wanting unto them.
Titus 3:13
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Titus (1)
- Titus 3:13