Julius

Julius in the Topics

The centurion of the Augustan cohort, or the emperor’s body-guard, in whose charge Paul was sent prisoner to Rome (Acts 27:1, Acts 27:3, Acts 27:43). He entreated Paul “courteously,” showing in many ways a friendly regard for him.

Named in the Bible

2 verses

  • Acts 27:1 And when it was determined that we should sail into Italy, they delivered Paul and certain other prisoners unto one named Julius, a centurion of Augustus' band.
  • Acts 27:3 And the next day we touched at Sidon. And Julius courteously entreated Paul, and gave him liberty to go unto his friends to refresh himself.

From Easton’s Bible Dictionary (1897), by Matthew George Easton.