Philologus is a lesser-known figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Apostle Paul's Epistle to the Romans. His name appears in a list of greetings that Paul extends to various members of the Christian community in Rome. The reference to Philologus is found in Romans 16:15: "Greet Philologus and Julia, Nereus and his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints with them" .

Name and Meaning

The name Philologus is of Greek origin, meaning "lover of the word" or "lover of learning." This name suggests a person who is devoted to study or eloquence, which may reflect his character or role within the early Christian community.

Context in Romans

Philologus is mentioned in the final chapter of Romans, where Paul sends personal greetings to various individuals and groups within the Roman church. This chapter is significant as it provides insight into the diverse and interconnected nature of the early Christian communities. The mention of Philologus alongside Julia, Nereus, and others indicates that he was part of a household or a close-knit group of believers.

Role in the Early Church

While the Bible does not provide specific details about Philologus's role or contributions, his inclusion in Paul's greetings suggests that he was a respected member of the Christian community in Rome. The early church was characterized by its communal and familial relationships, and individuals like Philologus played a vital role in the spread and establishment of the faith.

Historical and Theological Significance

Philologus's mention in Romans 16 highlights the importance of every believer in the body of Christ, regardless of their prominence or the extent of their recorded contributions. The early church was a tapestry of diverse individuals, each contributing to the growth and strength of the Christian faith. Philologus, though not widely known, represents the countless faithful believers who have supported the church throughout history.

Tradition and Legacy

Church tradition holds various accounts of the lives and ministries of early Christians, though specific details about Philologus are scarce. Some traditions suggest that he may have been a leader or elder within the Roman church, but these accounts are not substantiated by biblical texts. Regardless of the historical specifics, Philologus's inclusion in the apostolic greetings serves as a testament to his faith and dedication to the early Christian community.

In summary, Philologus is a testament to the many unsung heroes of the early church, whose faithfulness and love for the Word contributed to the foundation and expansion of Christianity. His mention in Romans 16:15 serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness and mutual support that characterized the early believers.Philologus

a lover of letters, or of the word

Philologus

a Christian at Rome to whom St. Paul sends his salutation. (Romans 18:15)

PHILOLOGUS

fi-lol'-o-gus (Philologos, "fond of learning," "learned"): The name of a Roman Christian to whom Paul sent greetings (Romans 16:15). His name is coupled with that of Julia, who was probably his wife or sister. Philologus and those united with him in this salutation formed by themselves one of the "house churches" or groups in the Christian community. The name is found in inscriptions connected with the imperial household, with reference to one of which Bishop Lightfoot has the following note: "It has been supposed that the name Philologus was given by the master to the freedman mentioned in this inscription, as being appropriate to his office (Friedlander I, 89, 160)..... If so, some light is thrown on the probable occupation of the Philologus of Paul" (Phil, 177, note 1).

S. F. Hunter

5378. Philologos -- "student, scholar," Philologus, a Christian
... 5377, 5378. Philologos. 5379 . "student, scholar," Philologus, a Christian.
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Philologos Phonetic Spelling: ...
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Note
... Footnotes: [40] Kenyon in Classical Review, March 1893, p. 110; Wilcken in Hermes,
1893, p. 203 ff.; Viereck in Philologus, 1893, p. 219 ff. ...
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The Same Hippolytus on the Seventy Apostles.
... 39. Linus, bishop of Rome. 40. Caius, bishop of Ephesus. 41. Philologus, bishop
of Sinope. 42, 43. Olympus and Rhodion were martyred in Rome. 44. ...
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Original Preface.
... fruit was found with him by the first of the spring, for before he had lived twenty
five years complete, he had got to be Philologus, Philosophus, Theologus ...
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Chapter i.
... Expositor, 1891, p.456 ff.; and Jewish QR, 1893, p.246 ff., 1896, p.88 ff.; HE Ryle,
Philo and Holy Scripture (London, 1895); P. Wendland, in Philologus 1898, p ...
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The Life of Mr. Hugh Binning.
... For before he had arrived at the 26th year of his life, he had such a large stock
of useful knowledge, as to be philologus, philosophus et theologus eximius ...
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Rom. xvi. 5
... For he says,. Ver.15. "Salute Philologus, and Julius, and Nereus and his sister,
and Olympas, and all the saints which are with them;". ...
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Textual Condition of the Lxx. , and Problems Arising Out of It.
... Variorum Septuagint, in Proceedings of Oriental Congress held at London, 1892; Urtext
p.77 f. (1897); Zur Rekonstruktion der Septuaginta, in Philologus, NF, xii ...
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On the Catholic Faith
... 16. 117. [37] Ut quia. A very rare use. Cf. Baehrens, Beitr??ge zur lat. Syntaxis
(Philologus, Supplementband xii. 1912). It perhaps = Aristotle's oon pe. Cf. ...
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The Life of Mr. Hugh Binning.
... of learning, for before he had arrived at the 26th year of his life, he had such
a large stock of useful knowledge, as to be philologus, philosophus, and ...
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The Collection for St Paul: the Farewell
... afford a curiously large number of coincidences with the list in Romans 16./i> . . .
Amplias, Urbanus, Apelles, Tryphaena, Tryphosa, Patrobas, Philologus. . . ...
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Philologus (1 Occurrence)
...PHILOLOGUS. ...Philologus and those united with him in this salutation formed by themselves
one of the "house churches" or groups in the Christian community. ...
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Julia (1 Occurrence)
... Easton's Bible Dictionary A Christian woman at Rome to whom Paul sent his salutations
(Romans 16:15), supposed to be the wife of Philologus. Int. ...
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Philol'ogus (1 Occurrence)
Philol'ogus. Philologus, Philol'ogus. Philometor . Multi-Version Concordance ...
Philologus, Philol'ogus. Philometor . Reference Bible.
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Nereus (1 Occurrence)
... Nereus (1 Occurrence). Romans 16:15 Greet Philologus and Julia, Nereus and his
sister, and Olympas, and all the saints who are with them. ...
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Olympas (1 Occurrence)
... Olympas (1 Occurrence). Romans 16:15 Greet Philologus and Julia, Nereus and
his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints who are with them. ...
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Olym'pas (1 Occurrence)
... Olym'pas (1 Occurrence). Romans 16:15 salute Philologus, and Julias, Nereus, and
his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints with them; (See RSV). ...
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Julias (1 Occurrence)
... Julias (1 Occurrence). Romans 16:15 salute Philologus, and Julias, Nereus, and
his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints with them; (YLT). ...
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Greet (46 Occurrences)
... (WEB WEY NAS RSV NIV). Romans 16:15 Greet Philologus and Julia, Nereus and his sister,
and Olympas, and all the saints who are with them. (WEB NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Associated (9 Occurrences)
... WEY). Romans 16:15 to Philologus and Julia, Nereus and his sister and Olympas,
and to all God's people associated with them. (WEY). ...
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Salute (48 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT). Romans 16:15 Salute Philologus, and Julia, Nereus, and
his sister, and Olympas, and all the saints which are with them. ...
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