Ἰάσων (Iasōn)
Iasōn
Jason
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 5 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The name Iasōn, rendered in English as Jason, carries the meaning "one who will heal." It appears five times in the New Testament, primarily within the book of Acts and once in Romans. In Acts 17, he is identified as a resident of Thessalonica who opened his home to the apostles Paul and Silas, an act that drew accusations from jealous opponents who claimed these men were turning the world upside down (Acts 17:5-7).
The lexicon sources suggest this may be the same individual mentioned in Romans 16:21, where Paul sends greetings to a "my relative" or kinsman named Jason. While some translations use the word for cousin, the Greek term can also indicate a broader familial connection. This dual appearance links the hospitable host in Thessalonica with the fellow worker acknowledged by Paul in his letter to Rome.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Jason means "one who will heal," a fitting title for someone whose actions brought stability to a chaotic situation. In Acts, he opened his home to Paul and Silas when they were fleeing persecution. This simple act of hospitality placed him in the center of a storm, yet it also positioned him as a key supporter of the early church.
His story reminds us that faith often involves risk. By sheltering the apostles, Jason faced legal trouble and had to post bond. Yet his willingness to help others spread the gospel shows how everyday kindness can have lasting spiritual impact. Whether you are hosting friends or supporting missionaries, your openness matters deeply.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 5 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Jason3×
- of Jason1×
- Jason;1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Ἰάσονος2×
- Ἰάσων·1×
- Ἰάσων1×
- Ἰάσονα1×
Key Verses
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Acts 17:5
But the unpersuaded Jews took along some wicked men from the marketplace and gathering a crowd, set the city in an uproar. Assaulting the house of Jason, they sought to bring them out to the people.
This verse highlights the danger Jason faced when his home was attacked by an angry mob seeking to harm Paul and Silas.
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Acts 17:6
When they didn’t find them, they dragged Jason and certain brothers before the rulers of the city, crying, “These who have turned the world upside down have come here also,
Here Jason is dragged before city officials, showing the personal cost of hosting those who were turning the world upside down for Christ.
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Romans 16:21
Timothy, my fellow worker, greets you, as do Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my relatives.
Paul greets Jason as a relative, suggesting this may be the same man who earlier showed hospitality to the apostles in Thessalonica.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Every Occurrence (5 verses across 2 books)
Acts 4 verses
But the unpersuaded Jews took along some wicked men from the marketplace and gathering a crowd, set the city in an…
Acts 17:6When they didn’t find them, they dragged Jason and certain brothers before the rulers of the city, crying, “These who…
Acts 17:7whom Jason has received. These all act contrary to the decrees of Caesar, saying that there is another king, Jesus!”
Acts 17:9When they had taken security from Jason and the rest, they let them go.