Bible Dictionary
Italian band
The Italian band was the Roman cohort commanded by Cornelius at Caesarea. It was probably called Italian because its soldiers were recruited from Italy.
Definition
The Italian band was a Roman cohort to which Cornelius belonged. It was probably called Italian because its soldiers were recruited in Italy.
Biblical Usage
The cohort is mentioned in the account of Cornelius at Caesarea, where it provides the setting for his appearance in the biblical narrative.
Historical Background
It was a Roman military unit, identified by its connection with Italy.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
The name of the Roman cohort to which Cornelius belonged (Acts 10:1), so called probably because it consisted of men recruited in Italy.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
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International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>i-tal'-yan.</p><p>See BAND.</p>