Mercurius in the Bible

Meaning: an orator; an interpreter

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And they called Barnabas, Jupiter; and Paul, Mercurius, because he was the chief speaker.

Verse ConceptsPagan GodsFalse GodsBarnabasMythologyAcclaimingSpokesmen

Greet Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Patrobas, Mercurius, and the brethren which are with them.

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And when the multitude saw what Paul had done, they lifted up their voice, saying in the speech of Lycaonia, The gods are come down to us in the likeness of men. And they called Barnabas, Jupiter; and Paul, Mercury, because he was the chief speaker.


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