titus

• Nome próprio masculino de origem latina, historicamente associado ao imperador romano Tito e a um personagem do Novo Testamento. Também pode se referir ao livro bíblico que leva esse nome.

A proper noun referring to a male given name of Latin origin, historically associated with a Roman emperor and a figure in the New Testament.

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1. Biblical figureC1formal

   A Greek disciple and companion of Saint Paul, to whom Paul addressed one of his epistles.

   Tito

   • Paul left Titus in Crete to organize the church there.
   • Titus is mentioned in several of Paul's letters.
   • The Epistle to Titus contains advice on church leadership.

2. C1formal

   Roman Emperor from 79 to 81 AD, son of Vespasian, known for completing the Colosseum and his generosity after disasters.

   Tito

   • Titus became emperor after his father Vespasian died.
   • He is remembered for his relief efforts after the eruption of Mount Vesuvius.
   • The Arch of Titus in Rome commemorates his victories.

3. Book of the BibleC1formal

   The seventeenth book of the New Testament, a pastoral epistle written by Paul to Titus.

   Livro da Bíblia

   • The Book of Titus emphasizes sound doctrine and good works.
   • Paul wrote to Titus about appointing elders in the church.
   • Titus is a short but important letter in the New Testament.