Κρίσπος
Krispos
Crispus
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
SupportedStrong's number G2921 corresponds to the proper name "Κρίσπος" or Krispos. According to the available data, this name is derived from the adjective "κρΙΣπος" meaning 'curly-haired' or 'crisp-haired.' This etymology suggests that the name Krispos might have been given to someone notable for their distinct physical appearance. In the biblical text, Krispos (Κρἰσπος) is mentioned only twice, implying a relatively minor or background role. However, as a proper name, Krispos serves as a distinct identifier for the individual, marking their presence within the narrative. Unfortunately, without additional context, the significance of Krispos within the broader story remains uncertain. It is possible that the name Krispos was chosen for its association with a particular person or family but without further information, this remains speculative.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
2 total occurrences across the text