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Stephanas

Biblical
Pronunciation

Understanding ARPABET Pronunciation

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The pronunciation guide uses the ARPABET phonetic system—the same system used in speech recognition and text-to-speech applications.

Vowel Examples:
AE1 = cat, bat
EH1 = bed, head
IY1 = see, me
OW1 = go, boat
UW1 = boot, do
Stress Numbers:
0 = no stress (unstressed)
1 = primary stress (loud)
2 = secondary stress (medium)
Example:
AH0 TH IY1 N AH0
= a-THEE-na (Athena)

The stressed syllable (marked with 1) is pronounced louder and clearer than others.

Quick Definition

First Achaian convert whose household devoted themselves to serving the church

Detailed Definition
Stephanas and his family were “the firstfruits of Achaia” and refreshed Paul’s spirit (1 Corinthians 16:15–18). In poetry, Stephanas symbolizes pioneering faith, household discipleship, and how early converts become pillars through practical service.
Example
Example in poetry:
In 1 Corinthians 16:15–18, Stephanas is praised as “first convert in Achaia,” a line used in devotional poetry to honor pioneering faith; Contemporary verse depicts Stephanas and his household as devoted to serving the saints; In poems about hospitality, Stephanas opens his home as a hub for early church life; Some liturgical works include Stephanas in litanies of unsung leaders who “devoted themselves to ministry”; Educational poems cite Stephanas to teach about lay leadership and household churches; Poetic reflections imagine Stephanas delivering Paul’s letter to Corinth as sacred courier.
Additional Notes
Stephanas, among the first converts in Achaia (1 Corinthians 16:15–18), is praised for his household’s devoted service to the saints; Paul commends him as a model of hospitality and leadership; poets may use Stephanas to explore themes of early Christian domesticity, lay ministry, and the spiritual significance of welcoming others—a counterpoint to institutional authority.
Also Known As
Stephanas of Achaia Stephanas the First Convert
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