Lexical Definition
Νέρων Nérōn (ner'-ohn) Nero N:N-M-P
of Latin origin
Nero.
- Neron (i.e. Nero), a Roman emperor
Usage: 1 form in 1 verse
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Νέρωνι | Nero | 2Tim.4.22 |
Abbott-Smith
Νέρων, -ωνος, ὁ,
Nero: II Ti subscr. (Rec.).†
Profile
Male • Roman Emperor • Roman emperor
Emperor living at the time of the New Testament
Nero was likely the Roman emperor during Paul's final imprisonment.
- A Roman Emperor living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at Php.4.22;
- referred to as Nero Νέρων, or Caesar Καῖσαρ.
Nero was the Roman emperor who reigned from 54-68 AD. Although not mentioned by name, he was likely the "Caesar" referred to in Paul's letters written during his imprisonment in Rome (Philippians 4:22, 2 Timothy 4:22). Nero was known for his brutal persecution of Christians. According to church tradition, both Paul and Peter were martyred during Nero's reign.