Bible Dictionary
Areopagite
An Areopagite was a member of the Athenian council or court known as the Areopagus. Dionysius is identified as one who believed Paul’s message there.
Definition
An Areopagite was a member of the Athenian court or council known as the Areopagus.
Biblical Usage
An Areopagite is mentioned in connection with Paul’s address at Athens. Dionysius is identified as one member who believed Paul’s message.
Historical Background
The Areopagite belonged to the ancient Athenian judicial body that met at the Areopagus, or Mars Hill.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A member of the court of Areopagus (Acts 17:34).
Smith's Bible Dictionary
a member of the court of Areopagus. (Acts 17:31) [Mars Hill’ HILL]
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>ar-e-op'-a-jit. See DIONYSIUS.</p>