How to Pronounce Publius
PUHB-lih-uhs
Publius is pronounced PUHB-lih-uhs (ˈpʌbliəs): three syllables, stress on the first. Also heard: PUHB-lee-uhs.
What does Publius mean?
Publius means “common”.
Hitchcock’s Bible Names (1869), public domain.
Who was Publius?
“the chief man of the island” of Malta (Acts 28:7), who courteously entertained Paul and his shipwrecked companions for three days, till they found a more permanent place of residence; for they remained on the island for three months, till the stormy season had passed. The word here rendered “chief man” (protos) is supposed by some to be properly a Maltese term, the official title of the governor.
Adapted from Easton's Bible Dictionary (1897), public domain.
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