English dictionary, thesaurus, translations & etymology
FreeDict.com

Caiphas — meaning in English

Latin → English · translate English → Latin instead

English meaning

  • Caiaphas name A Jewish high priest in the first century CE, described in the New Testament as involved in the trial of Jesus.
  • Haifa name A major port city on the Mediterranean coast in northern Israel, built along the slopes of Mount Carmel.

Senses

Caiphas is used for these senses in English:

  • Caiaphas A Jewish high priest in the first century CE who is said to have organized the plot to kill Jesus.
  • Haifa A port city in northern Israel.

Related Latin words