Epaphroditus
Epaphroditus (Greek Ἐπαφρόδιτος) was a close colleague, brother and colleague of Paul .
Epaphroditus was sent to prison (probably in Rome ) by the church in Philippi with some gifts to Paul . As a result, Paul was completely provided for there. On the way, Epaphroditus became terminally ill shortly before the destination. But he recovered and was a faithful servant to Paul while he was in prison. He was distressed that the church in Philippi had heard that he was seriously ill, so Paul sent him back with a letter. Epaphroditus is mentioned twice in the letter to the Philippians: Phil 2.25 EU and Phil 4.18 EU .
Epaphroditus is counted among the seventy disciples . He is venerated as a saint ; his feast day is March 22nd .
According to legend, an Epaphroditus was also the first bishop of Terracina , who is said to have been installed there by Peter . But even if this Epaphroditus should be historical, it is doubtful whether he is identical with the Epaphroditus from Philippi.
The name Epaphroditos originally meant " favorite of Aphrodite ", later simply "lovely" or "loving".
literature
- John MacArthur Studies Bible
- Butcher version 2000 (Philippians 2.25-30 & 4.18)
| personal data | |
|---|---|
| SURNAME | Epaphroditus |
| ALTERNATIVE NAMES | Epaphroditus |
| BRIEF DESCRIPTION | Collaborator of Paul |
| DATE OF BIRTH | 1st century |
| DATE OF DEATH | 1st century or 2nd century |