Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends you greetings. New Living Translation Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends you his greetings. English Standard Version Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends greetings to you, Berean Standard Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends you greetings, Berean Literal Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, King James Bible There salute thee Epaphras, my fellowprisoner in Christ Jesus; New King James Version Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, New American Standard Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, NASB 1995 Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, NASB 1977 Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, Legacy Standard Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, Amplified Bible Greetings to you from Epaphras, my fellow prisoner here in [the cause of] Christ Jesus, Christian Standard Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends you greetings, and so do Holman Christian Standard Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, and so do American Standard Version Epaphras, my fellow-prisoner in Christ Jesus, saluteth thee; Contemporary English Version Epaphras is also here in jail for being a follower of Christ Jesus. He sends his greetings, English Revised Version Epaphras, my fellow-prisoner in Christ Jesus, saluteth thee; GOD'S WORD® Translation Epaphras, who is a prisoner because of Christ Jesus like I am, Good News Translation Epaphras, who is in prison with me for the sake of Christ Jesus, sends you his greetings, International Standard Version Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in the Messiah Jesus, sends you greetings, Majority Standard Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends you greetings, NET Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you. New Heart English Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, Webster's Bible Translation There salute thee Epaphras, my fellow-prisoner in Christ Jesus; Weymouth New Testament Greetings to you, my brother, from Epaphras my fellow prisoner for the sake of Christ Jesus; World English Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionEpaphras greets you (my fellow-captive in Christ Jesus), Berean Literal Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, Young's Literal Translation Salute thee doth Epaphras, (my fellow-captive in Christ Jesus,) Smith's Literal Translation Epaphras greets thee, my fellow-captive in Christ Jesus; Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThere salute thee Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus; Catholic Public Domain Version Greet Epaphras, my fellow captive in Christ Jesus, New American Bible Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, greets you, New Revised Standard Version Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends greetings to you, Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleEp’a-phras, my fellow prisoner in Jesus Christ, salutes you; Aramaic Bible in Plain English Epaphra, a fellow captive in Yeshua The Messiah, invokes your peace, NT Translations Anderson New TestamentEpaphras, my fellow-prisoner in Christ Jesus, salutes you: Godbey New Testament Epaphras, my fellow-soldier in Christ Jesus; Haweis New Testament There salute thee Epaphras, my fellow-prisoner in Christ Jesus; Mace New Testament Epaphras my fellow-prisoner in the cause of Christ Jesus; Marcus, Weymouth New Testament Greetings to you, my brother, from Epaphras my fellow prisoner for the sake of Christ Jesus; Worrell New Testament Epaphras, my fellow-captive in Christ Jesus, salutes you; Worsley New Testament Epaphras my fellow-prisoner in Christ Jesus, and Marcus, Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context Additional Greetings22In the meantime, prepare a guest room for me, because I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you. 23Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus, sends you greetings, 24as do Mark, Aristarchus, Demas, and Luke, my fellow workers.… Cross References Colossians 4:10 My fellow prisoner Aristarchus sends you greetings, as does Mark the cousin of Barnabas. You have already received instructions about him: If he comes to you, welcome him. Colossians 4:12 Epaphras, who is one of you and a servant of Christ Jesus, sends you greetings. He is always wrestling in prayer for you, so that you may stand mature and fully assured in the full will of God. Colossians 1:7 You learned it from Epaphras, our beloved fellow servant, who is a faithful minister of Christ on our behalf, Acts 19:29 Soon the whole city was in disarray. They rushed together into the theatre, dragging with them Gaius and Aristarchus, Paul’s traveling companions from Macedonia. Acts 20:4 Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia. 2 Timothy 4:12 Tychicus, however, I have sent to Ephesus. Philippians 2:25 But I thought it necessary to send back to you Epaphroditus, my brother, fellow worker, and fellow soldier, who is also your messenger and minister to my needs. Philippians 4:18 I have all I need and more, now that I have received your gifts from Epaphroditus. They are a fragrant offering, an acceptable sacrifice, well-pleasing to God. 2 Corinthians 8:23 As for Titus, he is my partner and fellow worker among you. As for our brothers, they are messengers of the churches, the glory of Christ. 1 Corinthians 16:19 The churches in the province of Asia send you greetings. Aquila and Prisca greet you warmly in the Lord, and so does the church that meets at their house. Romans 16:23 Gaius, who has hosted me and all the church, sends you greetings. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you greetings, as does our brother Quartus. 2 Timothy 1:16-18 May the Lord grant mercy to the household of Onesiphorus, because he has often refreshed me and was unashamed of my chains. / Indeed, when he arrived in Rome, he searched diligently until he found me. / May the Lord grant Onesiphorus His mercy on that day. You know very well how much he ministered to me in Ephesus. Hebrews 13:23 Be aware that our brother Timothy has been released. If he arrives soon, I will come with him to see you. Acts 12:12 And when he had realized this, he went to the house of Mary the mother of John, also called Mark, where many people had gathered together and were praying. Acts 13:1 Now in the church at Antioch there were prophets and teachers: Barnabas, Simeon called Niger, Lucius of Cyrene, Manaen (who had been brought up with Herod the tetrarch), and Saul. Treasury of Scripture There salute you Epaphras, my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus; Epaphras. Colossians 1:7 As ye also learned of Epaphras our dear fellowservant, who is for you a faithful minister of Christ; Colossians 4:12 Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ, saluteth you, always labouring fervently for you in prayers, that ye may stand perfect and complete in all the will of God. my fellow-prisoner. Romans 16:7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellowprisoners, who are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. Colossians 4:10 Aristarchus my fellowprisoner saluteth you, and Marcus, sister's son to Barnabas, (touching whom ye received commandments: if he come unto you, receive him;) Jump to Previous Brother-Prisoner Christ Epaphras Ep'aphras Fellow Fellow-Captive Fellowprisoner Fellow-Prisoner Greetings Greets Jesus Prisoner Sake Salute Salutes Saluteth SendsJump to Next Brother-Prisoner Christ Epaphras Ep'aphras Fellow Fellow-Captive Fellowprisoner Fellow-Prisoner Greetings Greets Jesus Prisoner Sake Salute Salutes Saluteth SendsPhilemon 1 1. Paul rejoices to hear of the faith and love of Philemon, 8. whom he desires to forgive his servant Onesimus, and lovingly to receive him again. Epaphras Epaphras is mentioned in the New Testament as a close associate of the Apostle Paul. He is described as a faithful minister of Christ and a native of Colossae (Colossians 1:7). Epaphras played a significant role in the establishment of the church in Colossae and is also mentioned in the letter to the Colossians as someone who is fervent in prayer for the believers (Colossians 4:12). His dedication to the gospel and his pastoral care for the Colossian church highlight his importance in the early Christian community. my fellow prisoner in Christ Jesus sends you greetings Persons / Places / Events 1. EpaphrasA fellow worker and prisoner with Paul, Epaphras is mentioned as someone who is deeply committed to the ministry and the spread of the Gospel. He is known for his fervent prayers and dedication to the church in Colossae. 2. Paul The apostle who authored the letter to Philemon. At the time of writing, Paul is imprisoned, likely in Rome, and is advocating for Onesimus, a runaway slave. 3. Philemon The recipient of the letter, a Christian leader in Colossae, who is being asked by Paul to forgive and accept Onesimus as a brother in Christ. 4. Onesimus A slave who had run away from Philemon and met Paul, through whom he became a Christian. Paul is sending him back to Philemon with this letter. 5. Rome The probable location of Paul's imprisonment when he wrote this letter. It serves as a backdrop for the context of the letter, highlighting the challenges and opportunities for ministry even in confinement. Teaching Points The Power of Fellowship in ChristEpaphras is described as a "fellow prisoner," highlighting the deep bond and shared mission among believers. This fellowship transcends physical circumstances and is rooted in their shared identity in Christ. The Role of Intercessory Prayer Epaphras is known for his fervent prayers, reminding us of the importance of interceding for others. Prayer is a powerful tool for supporting and uplifting the body of Christ. Ministry in Adversity Paul's imprisonment did not stop his ministry; rather, it provided new opportunities to spread the Gospel. This teaches us that our circumstances do not limit God's work through us. The Importance of Reconciliation The letter to Philemon is centered on reconciliation, urging Philemon to forgive Onesimus. This reflects the heart of the Gospel, which is about restoring relationships.Verses 23, 24. - Salute. The salutations correspond generally to those with which the Epistle to the Colossians closes, but they are fuller, as is natural, in the longer Epistle. The order is in - Colossians: Tychicus Onesimus Aristarchus . . . Greek Epaphras,Ἐπαφρᾶς (Epaphras) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 1889: Contracted from Epaphroditos; Epaphras, a Christian. my μου (mou) Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I. fellow prisoner συναιχμάλωτός (synaichmalōtos) Noun - Nominative Masculine Singular Strong's 4869: A fellow captive or prisoner. From sun and aichmalotos; a co-captive. in ἐν (en) Preposition Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. Christ Χριστῷ (Christō) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 5547: Anointed One; the Messiah, the Christ. From chrio; Anointed One, i.e. The Messiah, an epithet of Jesus. Jesus, Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Dative Masculine Singular Strong's 2424: Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. sends you greetings, Ἀσπάζεταί (Aspazetai) Verb - Present Indicative Middle or Passive - 3rd Person Singular Strong's 782: To greet, salute, pay my respects to, welcome. To enfold in the arms, i.e. to salute, to welcome. 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