Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother.
What does Romans 16:23 mean?
The apostle adds affectionate remembrances from persons with him, known to the Roman Christians. It is a great comfort to see the holiness and usefulness of our kindred.
Key themes
FaithGraceJustificationSin
Read with
Keep this verse inside Romans 16:21-24 and alongside a few nearby related passages.
Glossary
- City People
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The earliest mention of city-building is that of Enoch, which was built by Cain ( Gen. 4:17 ). After the confusion of tongues, the descendants of Nimrod founded several cities (10:10-12).
- Erastus Person
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Beloved. (1. ) The “chamberlain” of the city of Corinth ( Rom. 16:23 ), and one of Paul’s disciples.