Julius
Mentioned in AD 62 traditional (Jones)
The centurion of the Augustan cohort, or the emperor’s body-guard, in whose charge Paul was sent prisoner to Rome (Acts 27:1, 3, 43). He entreated Paul “courteously,” showing in many ways a friendly regard for him.
From Easton’s Bible Dictionary (1897).
- Tagged in
- 2 verses
- Mentioned in the era of the New Testament, 4 BC to AD 100.
- Named in the same verses as Paul.
Computed from the data. Years are traditional (Jones).
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Stories
5 events in which Julius takes part, in order of the traditional chronology. Years are traditional (Jones).
- AD 56Journey to Rome beginsActs 27:1-12
- AD 56Paul's Journey to RomeActs 27:1–28:31
- AD 57Paul is shipwrecked by a stormActs 27:13-44
- AD 57Paul stays at MaltaActs 28:1-10
- AD 57Paul arrives at RomeActs 28:11-16
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Mentions
2 tagged verses in 1 book. Select a book to read its verses.
The name in each translation
| Text | Occurrences of each name |
|---|---|
| BSB | Julius 2 |
| KJV | Julius 2 |
| ASV | Julius 2 |
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Acts2 verses
- 27:1
When it was decided that we would sail for Italy, Paul and some other prisoners were handed over to a centurion named Julius, who belonged to the Imperial Regiment.
- 27:3
The next day we landed at Sidon, and Julius treated Paul with consideration, allowing him to visit his friends and receive their care.
Easton’s Bible Dictionary
The full entry, public domain, as printed in 1897.
The centurion of the Augustan cohort, or the emperor’s body-guard, in whose charge Paul was sent prisoner to Rome (Acts 27:1, 3, 43). He entreated Paul “courteously,” showing in many ways a friendly regard for him.