Sergius_Paulus Σέργιος+G3972H«G3972=Παῦλος
Proconsul of Cyprus, converted under Paul's ministry
Biography
Sergius Paulus, mentioned in Act.13.7, was the proconsul of Cyprus during Paul's first missionary journey. He is described as an intelligent man who summoned Barnabas and Saul (Paul) because he desired to hear the word of God. However, Elymas, a Jewish sorcerer and false prophet, opposed them and tried to turn the proconsul away from the faith. Paul, filled with the Holy Spirit, confronted Elymas and temporarily blinded him, which led to Sergius Paulus believing, being astonished at the teaching about the Lord. This event marked a significant moment in Paul's ministry, as it demonstrated the power of the gospel to overcome spiritual opposition and reach even high-ranking officials.
In Scripture
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- Acts 13:7
"who was with the proconsul, Sergius Paulus, a man of understanding. This man summoned Barnabas and Saul, and sought to hear the word of God."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Name combined | Greek | Σέργιος+G3972H«G3972=Παῦλος | G4588 |
Sergius Paulus
8 the word (literally, "holders of rods," corresponding to Roman "lictors," thus the Revised