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Grecian

The term Grecian, or Hellenist, denotes a Jew by birth or religion who spoke Greek. It is used chiefly of foreign Jews and proselytes in contrast with the Hebrews speaking the vernacular Hebrew or Aramaean.—Bible Dictionary of Tract Society .

In the Bible

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Verses where Grecian is named. Berean Standard Bible (public domain).

  • Acts 6:1

    In those days when the disciples were increasing in number, the Grecian Jews among them began to grumble against the Hebraic Jews because their widows were being overlooked in the daily distribution of food.

  • Acts 9:29

    He talked and debated with the Grecian Jews, but they tried to kill him.

Scripture on Grecian

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Entries that reference Grecian

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Grecian references

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Sources · Smith's Bible Dictionary (1884)

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