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Lydia (2)
        the first European convert of St. Paul, and afterward his hostess during his first stay at Philippi. Ac 18:14,15 also Acts 18:40 (A.D. 47.) She was a Jewish proselyte at the time of the apostle's coming; and it was at the Jewish Sabbath-worship by the side of a stream ver 13, that the preaching of the gospel reached her heart. Her native place was Thyatira, in the province of Asia. ver. 14; Re 2:18 Thyatira was famous for its dyeing works; and Lydia wars connected with this trade, as a seller either of dye or of dyed goods. We infer that she was a person of considerable wealth.


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Smith, William, Dr "Meaning and Definition for 'lydia (2)' in Smiths Bible Dictionary".
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