Jump to: Smith's • ATS • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Sosipater is a lesser-known figure in the New Testament, mentioned specifically in the Apostle Paul's epistle to the Romans. His name, of Greek origin, means "savior of his father," which may suggest a background of noble or virtuous character. Sosipater is identified as a fellow believer and companion of Paul, contributing to the early Christian mission and the spread of the Gospel.Biblical References: 1. Romans 16:21 : "Timothy, my fellow worker, sends you greetings, as do Lucius, Jason, and Sosipater, my kinsmen." In this passage, Sosipater is mentioned alongside Timothy, Lucius, and Jason, indicating his close association with Paul and his missionary team. The term "kinsmen" suggests that Sosipater, like Paul, was of Jewish heritage, possibly from the tribe of Benjamin or another Jewish lineage. This connection highlights the unity and diversity within the early Christian community, where Jewish and Gentile believers worked together for the cause of Christ. 2. Acts 20:4 : While Sosipater is not directly named in this verse, some scholars suggest that he may be the same person as Sopater of Berea, who is mentioned as accompanying Paul on his journey through Macedonia. "He 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." If Sosipater and Sopater are indeed the same individual, this would further emphasize his role as a dedicated supporter of Paul's ministry, willing to travel and face the challenges of missionary work. Role in Early Christianity: Sosipater's inclusion in Paul's letter to the Romans signifies his importance in the early church, even if his specific contributions are not detailed in the biblical text. As a "kinsman," he likely played a role in bridging cultural and religious divides, helping to foster unity among Jewish and Gentile believers. His presence alongside other notable figures like Timothy and Lucius suggests that he was a trusted and respected member of the early Christian community. Tradition and Legacy: While the Bible provides limited information about Sosipater, church tradition holds that he continued to serve the church after the events recorded in the New Testament. Some traditions claim that he became a bishop in various regions, including Iconium or Tarsus, and that he was martyred for his faith. These accounts, though not verifiable, reflect the esteem in which Sosipater was held by early Christians. Sosipater's mention in the New Testament, though brief, underscores the collaborative nature of the early church's mission. His partnership with Paul and others exemplifies the spirit of cooperation and dedication that characterized the spread of Christianity in the first century. Smith's Bible Dictionary Sosipater(saviour of his father), kinsman or fellow tribesman of St. Paul, (Romans 16:21) is probably the same person as Sopater of Berea. (A.D. 54.) ATS Bible Dictionary SosipaterSee SOPATER. Easton's Bible Dictionary (see SOPATER.) International Standard Bible Encyclopedia SOSIPATERso-sip'-a-ter (Sosipatros): Sosipater unites with Lucius and Jason in sending greetings to the Roman Christians (Romans 16:21). He is a "kinsman" of Paul, by which Paul means a Jew (Romans 9:3; Romans 16:11, 21). It is the same name as SOPATER (which see). "Sopater of Berea" was one of the companions of Paul on his journey from Philippi after his 3rd missionary journey (Acts 20:4). These two are probably the same person, Paul having with him in Corinth, at the time of writing to the Roman Christians, the two Macedonians, Sopater of Berea and Jason of Thessalonica. The name Sosipater is found on a list of politarchs of Thessalonica. Greek 4989. Sosipatros -- "of a safe father," Sosipater, a Christian ... 4988, 4989. Sosipatros. 4990 . "of a safe father," Sosipater, a Christian. Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Sosipatros Phonetic Spelling: ( ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4989.htm - 6k Library Preface to the Letters of Dionysius the Areopagite. The Same Hippolytus on the Seventy Apostles. Refutation of the Assertion that Constantine Became a Christian in ... Rom. xvi. 17, 18 The Epistle to the Romans The Honors that were Paid the Jews; and the Leagues that were Made ... The Heresies Attacked by the Apostles. 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