Silas
proper nounattested in dialogue
- //ˈsaɪ.ləs//
The companion of Paul in the New Testament, also called Silvanus.
proper noun
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The companion of Paul in the New Testament, also called Silvanus.
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A male given name from Aramaic of Biblical origin.
Etymology
From Latin Sīlās, from Ancient Greek Σίλας (Sílas), from Aramaic שְׁאִילָא (šəʾīlā), cognate of Hebrew שָׁאוּל (šāʾūl, “Saul”). Doublet of Saul.
signing · The act of concluding a contract, especially by an athlete or…signora · Mrs; madam; title of address or respect for women in Italy.signore · A courtesy title for Italian men.
Silas · The companion of Paul in the New Testament, also called Silvanus.
silence · The absence of any sound.Silence · A female given name from English.silenced · made silent