Lucas
TextsWhat is the meaning of Lucas in the Bible?
In Philemon 1:24, the King James Version uses the spelling 'Lucas' where the Revised Version uses 'Luke'.
TEXTUAL SIGNIFICANCE
Recognizing this orthographic variation helps readers identify the same biblical figure across different English translations and historical editions of the text.
Bible Study Quick-Reference Guide
Manuscript & Literary Context: Notice how Lucas functions as an authoritative historical witness connecting earlier prophetic promises with scripture's broader fulfillment.
Bible Study Reflection Prompts:
- Why did the biblical author mention Lucas in this passage?
- What cultural or historical assumption does Lucas clarify?
Scripture Passages Mentioned:
Philemon 1:24
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.
How to Cite This Entry
"Lucas." Ancient Context Dictionary. Accessed 2026. https://ancientcontext.com/context/lucas/