Ἀντίπας (Antipas)
Antipas
Antipas
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The name Antipas appears only once in the New Testament, in Revelation 2:13, where Jesus addresses the church in Pergamum. It is a personal name rather than a theological term, referring to a faithful believer who lived in that city.
Lexical sources indicate that Antipas is a shortened form of the compound name Antipatros, meaning "like the father" or "in place of the father." This etymology reflects common naming practices in the ancient world, where names often carried familial or aspirational significance.
The text identifies Antipas specifically as a "faithful witness" who suffered martyrdom. His mention serves as a historical anchor for the letter to Pergamum, highlighting the real cost of discipleship in a hostile environment. By naming him, the author emphasizes that faithfulness can lead to death, yet remains valued by Christ.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Antipas is a name that appears only once in the New Testament, found in Revelation 2:13. Jesus mentions him as a faithful witness who was killed in Pergamum, a city described as having Satan’s throne. This brief reference reminds us that following Christ can come with a heavy cost. It shows that faithfulness is not just about belief but about standing firm even when it leads to suffering or death.
For believers today, Antipas serves as a quiet example of courage. His story encourages us to remain true to our faith, knowing that Christ sees and values our loyalty. Even in difficult times, we are not alone; Jesus acknowledges those who hold fast to Him. This hope sustains us, reminding us that our steadfastness is seen by God and will be rewarded.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- of Antipas1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Ἀντιπᾶς1×
Key Verses
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Revelation of John 2:13
“I know your works and where you dwell, where Satan’s throne is. You hold firmly to my name, and didn’t deny my faith in the days of Antipas my witness, my faithful one, who was killed among you, where Satan dwells.
This verse uniquely identifies Antipas as the faithful witness killed in Pergamum, linking his martyrdom directly to the church's hostile environment.