How to Pronounce Prochorus

PRAH-kaw-ruhs

Prochorus is pronounced PRAH-kaw-ruhs (ˈprɑkərəs): three syllables, stress on the first. Also heard: PRO-kor-us, PRAHK-uh-ruhs.

What does Prochorus mean?

Prochorus means “leader of the dance” (Greek).

Who was Prochorus?

Prochorus was one of the seven men chosen by the early church in Jerusalem to oversee the daily distribution to widows, listed alongside Stephen and Philip (Acts 6:5). The seven were to be men of honest report, full of the Holy Ghost and wisdom.

Also pronounced

PRO-kor-us
PRAHK-uh-ruhs

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