Bible Dictionary
Nicanor
Nicodemus was a Pharisee and ruler of the Jews who came to Jesus by night, defended Him before the council, and later helped prepare His body for burial.
Definition
Nicanor was a proselyte from Antioch and one of the seven chosen to serve the church in Jerusalem.
Biblical Usage
Nicanor was selected with the other six men to assist in the daily ministry of the early Jerusalem church. Nothing further is recorded about him in Scripture.
Historical Background
He belonged to the first group of seven appointed for this service and was ordained by the apostles according to the supplied material.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Conqueror, one of the seven deacons appointed in the apostolic Church (Acts 6:1-6). Nothing further is known of him.
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(conqueror).