Bible Encyclopedias
Syncellus
Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature
(from συγκέλλω, to join) was an ancient officer attached to the patriarchs or prelates of the Oriental Church as witnesses to their conversation and conduct. Others acted as clerks and stewards. It eventually became a mere title of honor.
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McClintock, John. Strong, James. Entry for 'Syncellus'. Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature. https://www.studylight.org/encyclopedias/eng/tce/s/syncellus.html. Harper & Brothers. New York. 1870.