Theopator

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Theopator (Ancient Greek: Θεοπάτωρ), meaning "one who has a father who is a god", is a title used by Hellenistic, Roman, and Parthian rulers.[1] The term was also used in Christian literature, but not with the same meaning, it meant "father of God" and was used to describe the relationship of blood between David (David Theopator) and Jesus. (see Davidic line).[1]

It has been found on Seleucid coins.[2][1]

Hellenistic rulers who used the epithet:

Roman

The term was found in an epigram at Heraion of Samos and was used to describe emperor Titus.[1]

Parthian

Christianity

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