STRONGS NT 1053: ΓαλλίαΓαλλία, Γαλλιας, ἡ, Gallia: 2 Timothy 4:10 T Tr margin, by which is to be understood Galatia in Asia Minor or Γαλλία ἡ ἐωα, Appendix B, 104:2, 49. (See especially Lightfoot Commentary on Galatians, pp. 3, 31 (American edition, pp. 11, 37).)

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: There are no direct Hebrew equivalents for Γαλατία, as it is a specific geographical term related to a region outside of the traditional Hebrew-speaking areas. However, the concept of regions and territories can be related to various Hebrew terms for land or territory, such as אֶרֶץ (erets, Strong's H776) meaning "land" or "earth."

Usage: The term Γαλατία is used in the New Testament to refer to the region where the Apostle Paul established several churches. It appears in the context of Paul's missionary journeys and his epistles.

Context: Galatia was a region in the central part of Asia Minor, known today as modern Turkey. The name "Galatia" comes from the Gauls, a Celtic tribe that migrated to the area in the 3rd century BC. The region became a Roman province in 25 BC, encompassing a larger area than the original Galatian territory.

In the New Testament, Galatia is significant due to the Apostle Paul's missionary work. Paul visited the region during his missionary journeys, as recorded in the Acts of the Apostles. The churches in Galatia were recipients of Paul's Epistle to the Galatians, a letter addressing issues of legalism and the true nature of the Gospel.

The Epistle to the Galatians is a key text in understanding early Christian theology, particularly concerning the relationship between the Law of Moses and the grace offered through Jesus Christ. Paul emphasizes that salvation is through faith in Christ alone, not by adherence to the Law.

Galatia is mentioned in the following New Testament passages:
• Acts 16:6: "After the Holy Spirit had prevented them from speaking the word in the province of Asia, they traveled through the region of Phrygia and Galatia."
• Galatians 1:2: "and all the brothers with me, To the churches of Galatia."
• 1 Corinthians 16:1: "Now about the collection for the saints, you are to do as I directed the churches of Galatia."

The churches in Galatia faced challenges from Judaizers, who insisted that Gentile converts must adhere to Jewish customs. Paul's letter to the Galatians is a passionate defense of the doctrine of justification by faith and a call to live by the Spirit.