ζηλωτής
zēlōtēs
Zealot
Lexicon Entry
Lexicon data from STEPBible TIPNR, Tyndale House, Cambridge. Licensed under CC BY 4.0.
What Original Readers Understood
ExploredBased on the provided lexicon data, the Greek word "ζηλωτής" (zēlōtēs) is defined as a "Zealot". This term refers to a specific group or individual who exhibits extreme enthusiasm or dedication, likely in a political or ideological context. The word "ζηλωτής" occurs four times in the Bible, which suggests a particular significance of this concept within the narrative. It is listed in the semantic domain of "Proper Name: Person", indicating that this term may be used to identify a specific person, group, or characteristic within the biblical text. The use of this term might convey a sense of intensity, passion, or unwavering commitment, possibly in a way that sets individuals apart from others.
Source data & methodology
Occurrences in Scripture
4 total occurrences across the text
Simon the Zealot; and Judas Iscariot, who also betrayed him.
Mark 3:18Andrew; Philip; Bartholomew; Matthew; Thomas; James, the son of Alphaeus; Thaddaeus; Simon the Zealot;
Luke 6:15Matthew; Thomas; James, the son of Alphaeus; Simon, who was called the Zealot;
Acts 1:13When they had come in, they went up into the upper room where they were staying; that is Peter, John, James, Andrew, Philip, Thomas, Bartholomew, Matthew, James the son of Alphaeus, Simon the Zealot, and Judas the son of James.