Publius

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Collective pseudonym adopted by James Madison, Alexander Hamilton, and John Jay as authors of The Federalist Papers (1787-8). Publius Valerius, according to Plutarch's Lives, was a heroic figure responsible for establishing stable republican government in Rome after the fall of Tarquin.

— Stewart Wood


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A leading citizen of Malta who hosted Paul for three days during his ministry in Malta. His father fell sick and was healed by the apostle.

Concordance
Acts 28:7-8


Publius (pŭb'lēəs), in the New Testament, Paul's host at Malta.

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