Doulos
/ˈduː.lɔːs/noun
A Greek word meaning 'servant' or 'slave'.
Did you know?In ancient Rome, the term 'doulos' was used to symbolize not just servitude, but deep bonds of loyalty, often linked to religious or mystical practices.
Etymological Timeline
Ancient Greek
Greek
δοῦλος
“A term denoting a person in servitude, often with connotations of loyalty.”
Late Latin
Latin
doulos
“Adopted into Latin to refer to a servant, retaining the Greek nuances of loyalty.”
Old French
Old French
doul
“Transformed into a term for 'servant' in feudal contexts.”
Middle English
Middle English
doule
“Used to describe a servant, reflecting changing notions of service and loyalty.”
Modern English
English
doulos
“Maintained in religious contexts, especially in Christian texts, symbolizing spiritual servitude.”