Tetrarch of Abilene • Life of Jesus
Lysanias was the tetrarch of Abilene when John the Baptist began his ministry. Luke names him alongside Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate, Herod Antipas, Philip the tetrarch, Annas, and Caiaphas to establish the historical setting of John's ministry.
Related: Tiberius Caesar, Pontius Pilate, Herod Antipas, Philip the Tetrarch, Annas, Caiaphas
Scripture: Luke 3:1-2