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centurion, centurions

Definition:

A centurion was a Roman army officer who had a group of 100 soldiers under his command.

  • This could also be translated with a term that means, "leader of a hundred men" or "army leader" or "officer in charge of a hundred."
  • One Roman centurion came to Jesus to request healing for his servant.
  • The centurion in charge of Jesus' crucifixion was amazed when he witnessed how Jesus died.
  • God sent a centurion to Peter so that Peter could explain to him the good news about Jesus.

(See also: Rome)

Bible References:

Word Data:

  • Strong's: G1543, G2760