Bible Dictionary
Mercurius
Mercurius is the Roman name for Hermes, a pagan god associated with speech, eloquence, commerce, and messages. At Lystra, the people called Paul Mercurius because he was the chief speaker while Barnabas was identified with Jupiter.
Biblical Usage
At Lystra, the people called Paul Mercurius because he was the chief speaker, while Barnabas was identified with Jupiter.
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