Who was Caesar?

Roman general and statesman

The story of Caesar

Caesar - Emperor
Caesar - Emperor
Emperor

Caesar was a prominent figure in the Bible, known for his role in the New Testament. He was the Roman Emperor at the time of Jesus' birth and was responsible for the taxation of the Jews. He was born in Rome to Gaius Julius Caesar and Aurelia Cotta. He had two siblings, Julia and Sextus. Caesar is best known for his role in the New Testament, as he was the one who ordered the taxation of the Jews. This taxation led to the journey of Mary and Joseph to Bethlehem, where Jesus was born. Caesar is also known for his military conquests, which helped to expand the Roman Empire. He was also responsible for the introduction of the Julian calendar, which is still used today. Caesar was a powerful figure in the Bible and in history. He was responsible for the taxation of the Jews, which led to the birth of Jesus, and his military conquests helped to expand the Roman Empire. He is also remembered for introducing the Julian calendar, which is still used today.

Name meaning

Hairy

Name origin

Latin

Role

Emperor

First mention

Matthew 16:13

Appearances in the Bible

41 mentions

Caesar in the Bible

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Matthew

Chapter 16

The Demand for a Sign

Jesus speaks about His coming death and resurrection.

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Matthew

Chapter 22

Parables of the Wedding Feast and Taxes to Caesar

Jesus teaches about the greatest commandment and the parable of the wedding banquet.

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Mark

Chapter 8

Peter's Confession, Jesus Foretells Death

Jesus feeds the 4,000 and teaches about the yeast of the Pharisees.

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Mark

Chapter 12

Parable of the Wicked Tenants

Jesus teaches about the greatest commandment and the resurrection.

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Luke

Chapter 2

The Birth of Jesus

The birth of Jesus is announced to Mary and Joseph, and He is born in Bethlehem.

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Luke

Chapter 3

The Ministry of John the Baptist

John the Baptist prepares the way for Jesus, who begins His ministry with a baptism and the descent of the Holy Spirit.

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Luke

Chapter 20

The Healing of the Blind Man at Bethsaida

Jesus is questioned by the religious leaders, teaches about the resurrection and the importance of paying taxes to Caesa...

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Luke

Chapter 23

Jesus before Pilate

Jesus is crucified, He dies and He is buried in a tomb. On the third day He rises from the dead. He appeared to many peo...

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John

Chapter 19

Jesus Before Pilate

Jesus is sentenced to death by crucifixion, He dies and He is buried.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 8

The Conversion of Saul

Saul (later known as Paul) is converted to Christianity and begins to preach.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 9

The Conversion of Saul on the Road to Damascus

Paul is arrested and brought to trial in Jerusalem, but he escapes to Tarsus.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 10

The Conversion of Cornelius

Cornelius, a Roman centurion, becomes the first Gentile convert to Christianity.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 11

Peter Defends His Actions to the Jerusalem Council

Peter defends his actions before the council, and the Gentile converts are accepted into the church.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 12

The Arrest and Escape of Peter

King Herod kills James and imprisons Peter, but an angel frees him.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 17

The Arrest of Paul in Jerusalem

Paul preaches in Thessalonica and Berea, and faces opposition from the Jewish leaders.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 18

The Voyage to Rome

Paul continues his missionary work in Corinth, and Apollos also begins preaching there.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 21

The Arrest of Paul in Jerusalem

Paul is arrested in Jerusalem and brought to trial before the Roman authorities.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 23

The Defense Before the Council

Paul is rescued from a plot to kill him and is sent to stand trial in Caesarea.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 25

The Defense Before Festus

Paul appeals to Caesar and is sent to Rome under guard.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 26

The Defense Before Agrippa

Paul gives his testimony before King Agrippa.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 27

The Voyage to Rome

Paul's ship is shipwrecked and they are stranded on the island of Malta.

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The Acts of the Apostles

Chapter 28

The Arrival in Rome and Paul's House Arrest

Paul arrives in Rome and is allowed to live under house arrest.

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Philippians

Chapter 4

Rejoice and Pray

Paul instructs the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord and to pray about everything. He shares his own experience of cont...

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