Judas

English

/ˈdʒuːdəs/

proper noun
Definitions
  • (biblical character) One of the twelve original Apostles of Jesus, known for his role in Jesus' betrayal into the hands of Roman authorities. Also called Judas Iscariot.
  • (religion) Penultimate book of the Bible, with only one chapter, composed of twenty-five verses.

Etymology

Derived from Latin Iudas derived from Ancient Greek Ἰούδας derived from Hebrew (modern) יְהוּדָה (Judah, Judas).

Origin

Hebrew (Modern Ashkenazic)

יְהוּדָה

Gloss

Judah, Judas

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