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Aquila

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“Eagle”

Aquila from a Roman cognomen which meant "eagle" in Latin. In Acts in the New Testament Paul lives with Aquila and his wife Priscilla (or Prisca) for a time.

Biblical namesake: Aquila was a Jewish Christian tentmaker who, with his wife Priscilla, worked alongside the apostle Paul and played a key role in the early church. (Acts · Acts 18:2, Acts 18:18, Acts 18:26)

Saintly namesake: Aquila, mentioned in the New Testament, was a 1st-century Christian and companion of Paul. He is honored as a saint for his faith and hospitality.

BiblicalAncient Roman3 syllables · /ˈækwɪlə/

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