Definitions

1. noun

A young man in ancient Greece, especially one between the ages of 18 and 31, who was eligible for military service.

“The ephebeion played an essential role in the training of young Greeks for battle.”

2. noun

In Christianity, the ephebeion refers to Christ’s youth, seen as a period of spiritual growth and development.

“The theologian emphasized the significance of the ephebeion in Jesus’ life and teachings.”