Μνάσων (Mnasōn)
Mnasōn
Mnason
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
Mnason is not a common theological term but a proper name appearing only once in the New Testament, in Acts 21:16. The sources identify him as an early Christian from Cyprus who lived in Caesarea, hosting Paul and his companions during their final visit to Jerusalem before arrest.
The etymology suggests the meaning "remembering," likely derived from a Greek root related to memory or remembrance. While the name itself carries this semantic weight, the text focuses on his role as a hospitable host rather than exploring the name's deeper symbolic implications. His mention highlights the personal connections within the early church.
Because he appears in such a specific historical context, Mnason serves as a reminder of the individual believers who facilitated the spread of the gospel through practical support. His story illustrates how ordinary Christians played crucial roles in the narrative of Acts, providing shelter and aid to traveling missionaries without seeking public recognition.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
Mnason appears in only one verse, Acts 21:16, yet his brief mention reveals a vital truth about the early church. He was an early disciple from Cyprus who opened his home to Paul and his companions in Caesarea. This act of hospitality provided essential shelter for traveling missionaries facing uncertain times.
His story reminds us that the spread of the gospel relied on ordinary believers offering practical support. We do not need a platform or public recognition to serve God faithfully. Opening our homes, sharing resources, or simply welcoming others can be profound acts of faith.
May we follow Mnason’s example by creating spaces where others feel safe and supported. In doing so, we participate in the ongoing work of Christ through simple, everyday kindness.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Mnason1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Μνάσωνί1×
Key Verses
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Acts 21:16
Some of the disciples from Caesarea also went with us, bringing one Mnason of Cyprus, an early disciple, with whom we would stay.
This verse identifies Mnason as an early disciple from Cyprus who hosted Paul, highlighting the role of personal hospitality in supporting missionary work.