Nero was the Roman emperor who reigned from 54-68 AD. Although not mentioned by name, he was likely the "Caesar" referred to in Paul's letters written during his imprisonment in Rome (Philippians 4:22, 2TimothyPhilippians 4:22). Nero was known for his brutal persecution of Christians. According to church tradition, both Paul and Peter were martyred during Nero's reign.
Nero
EnglishAn emperor of Rome living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at Php.4.22.