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Laodiceans

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The Laodiceans were the inhabitants and Christian congregation of Laodicea. They are mentioned in Paul’s correspondence and addressed by Christ in Revelation.

Definition

The Laodiceans were the inhabitants of Laodicea and, in the biblical setting, the people associated with its Christian congregation.

Biblical Usage

Laodiceans are mentioned in Paul’s correspondence and in the message addressed to the church of Laodicea in Revelation.

Historical Background

The supplied material gives no further independent historical description of the Laodiceans.

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Historical Bible Dictionaries

Smith's Bible Dictionary
the inhabitants of Laodicea. (Colossians 4:16; Revelation 3:14)
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