Jump to: Hitchcock's • Smith's • ISBE • Easton's • Concordance • Thesaurus • Greek • Library • Subtopics • Terms Topical Encyclopedia Tryphosa is a Christian woman mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in the Apostle Paul's Epistle to the Romans. She is referenced in Romans 16:12, where Paul sends his greetings to her, indicating her involvement in the early Christian community in Rome. The verse reads: "Greet Tryphena and Tryphosa, those women who work hard in the Lord. Greet my dear friend Persis, who has worked very hard in the Lord" (Romans 16:12).The name Tryphosa, along with Tryphena, suggests a Greek origin, as both names are derived from the Greek word "tryphe," meaning "delicate" or "luxurious." This etymology might imply that Tryphosa, along with Tryphena, came from a background of some affluence or social standing. However, despite any implications of luxury, Paul commends them for their diligent labor in the Lord, highlighting their commitment and active participation in the ministry. The mention of Tryphosa alongside Tryphena suggests that they may have been sisters or close companions, sharing a common dedication to the work of the early Church. Their labor "in the Lord" indicates that they were not merely passive members of the Christian community but were actively engaged in service, possibly in roles of teaching, hospitality, or other forms of ministry that supported the growth and sustenance of the early Church. Paul's acknowledgment of Tryphosa's hard work underscores the significant role that women played in the early Christian movement. Despite the patriarchal context of the time, women like Tryphosa were recognized for their contributions and were integral to the spread of the Gospel. This recognition by Paul serves as an affirmation of the value and importance of women's ministry in the early Church. The brief mention of Tryphosa in the Scriptures leaves much to the imagination regarding her personal life and specific contributions. However, her inclusion in Paul's greetings in Romans 16 highlights the diverse and active participation of women in the early Christian communities and serves as a testament to their enduring legacy in the history of the Church. Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary TryphosaSmith's Bible Dictionary Tryphosa[TRYPHENA] Easton's Bible Dictionary Tryphena and TryphosaTwo female Christians, active workers, whom Paul salutes in his epistle to the Romans (16:12). International Standard Bible Encyclopedia TRYPHOSAtri-fo'-sa (Truphosa): Greetings are sent by Paul to "Tryphaena and Tryphosa, who labor in the Lord" (Romans 16:12). Greek 5173. Truphosa -- Tryphosa, a Christian woman ... Tryphosa, a Christian woman. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: Truphosa Phonetic Spelling: (troo-fo'-sah) Short Definition: Tryphosa Definition ... //strongsnumbers.com/greek2/5173.htm - 6k Library Tryphena and Tryphosa Romans, Corinthians (To II Corinthians, Chap. V) Contents Deacons and Deaconesses. Persis The Women of the Apostolic Age Rom. xvi. 5 The Collection for St Paul: the Farewell The Epistle to the Romans Thesaurus Tryphosa (1 Occurrence)... Tryphena and Tryphosa. Two female Christians, active workers, whom Paul salutes in his epistle to the Romans (16:12). Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. TRYPHOSA... /t/tryphosa.htm - 7k Tryphaena (1 Occurrence) Tryphena (1 Occurrence) Trypho'sa (1 Occurrence) Tryphon Labor (181 Occurrences) Labored (35 Occurrences) Labour (119 Occurrences) Laboured (34 Occurrences) Labouring (18 Occurrences) Resources What does the Bible say about idleness/being idle? | GotQuestions.orgBible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Concordance Tryphosa (1 Occurrence)Romans 16:12 Subtopics Tryphosa: A Christian Woman in Rome Related Terms |
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