Cos
LocationsGeographical Setting
Cos is a Greek island in the Dodecanese archipelago, historically part of the region of Caria in Asia Minor.
What is the meaning of Cos in the Bible?
Cos is an island located off the southwestern coast of Asia Minor, characterized by its mountainous terrain and reputation for high-quality wine, while serving as the birthplace of the physician Hippocrates and other notable historical figures.
SIGNIFICANCE
The island is identified in the New Testament as the port where Paul and his companions stayed for several days during their journey to Rome (Acts 21:1-4), providing geographical context for the Apostle's final travels and his interactions with local Christian communities.
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Source Attribution
Built upon the 1915 International Standard Bible Encyclopedia and Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897). Entries have been modernized, checked for academic truthfulness, and shortened for clarity.