Apphus

The nickname of Jonathan, one of Judas Maccabeus’s four brothers (1 Maccabees 9:28–13:30). As with the other Maccabean nicknames, the meaning of the word apphus is uncertain (1 Maccabees 2:2–6). “Favorite,” “beloved,” or “desired” have been suggested as translations. See Jonathan #16.