Bible Dictionary

Aeneas

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Aeneas was a paralytic at Lydda who had been bedridden for eight years and was healed by Peter through the power of Jesus Christ.

Definition

Aeneas was a paralytic living at Lydda. He had been confined to bed for eight years before his healing.

Peter healed Aeneas in the name and power associated with Jesus Christ. After the healing, Aeneas was able to rise from his bed.

Aeneas is mentioned in the account of Peter’s ministry at Lydda.

Acts 9:33 Acts 9:34

Smith's Bible Dictionary

(laudble), a paralytic at Lydda healed by St. Peter. (Acts 9:33,34)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)

<p>e-ne'-as ('Aineas): A paralytic at Lydda, who, after he "had kept his bed eight years," was miraculously healed by Peter (Ac 9:33,34).</p>