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Tyndale Open Bible Dictionary · 2023

Prochorus, Procorus

One of the seven men appointed by the apostles in Jerusalem for service in the early days of the church (Acts 6:5). They were to oversee the fair distribution of food in the Christian community.

See also Deacon, Deaconess.

Adapted from Tyndale Open Bible Dictionary. The original work by Tyndale House Publishers is available for free at http://www.tyndaleopenresources.com. Copyright © 2023 by Tyndale House Publishers. Licensed under CC BY-SA 4.0. Changed for Deep Dive Bible: verses and cross-references linked; text boxes and charts set into the articles; maps, pictures and section outlines left out.