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Annas
Annas (name) means a Jewish high priest of the New Testament era, remembered for his role alongside his son-in-law Caiaphas in the trial of Jesus. Example: “The gospel accounts name Annas among those who questioned Jesus.”
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A Jewish high priest of the New Testament era, remembered for his role alongside his son-in-law Caiaphas in the trial of Jesus.
"The gospel accounts name Annas among those who questioned Jesus."
How to use Annas
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishA high priest mentioned in the New Testament trial of Jesus.
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Etymology
From Latin Annas (as used in the Vulgate), from Greek Hannas, from a Hebrew/Aramaic name meaning "gracious" or "merciful."
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What does “Annas” mean?
The word “Annas” means a Jewish high priest of the New Testament era, remembered for his role alongside his son-in-law Caiaphas in the trial of Jesus. In plain terms, a high priest mentioned in the New Testament trial of Jesus.
How do you use “Annas” in a sentence?
Here is “Annas” used in a sentence: “The gospel accounts name Annas among those who questioned Jesus.”
What part of speech is “Annas”?
“Annas” is a name.
Where does the word “Annas” come from?
The word “Annas” comes from Latin. From Latin Annas (as used in the Vulgate), from Greek Hannas, from a Hebrew/Aramaic name meaning "gracious" or "merciful.".
