![]() ![]() Paul’s introduction equates her with other leaders in the early movement, men who traveled, evangelized and planted, and led churches. However, Phoebe seems under-recognized today as a full minister. ![]() Paul describes Phoebe via three accolades, nouns translated in the King James Version (KJV) as “sister,” “servant,” and “succorer.” The New International Version (NIV) changes the last two to “deacon” and “benefactor.” Warm, personalized greetings to more than two dozen men and women follow, ending his epistle.Ī study of Romans 16:1–2 reveals an amazing woman, one Paul treats as a fellow minister, one he forthrightly, and with humor, acknowledges as having money. They assure a ready welcome among like-minded followers of Jesus. ![]() Paul’s words establish Phoebe’s high standing in Cenchrea, her home city located near Corinth, and with him. Paul graciously introduces her to fellow believers in Rome. leader of the early Christian community makes a cameo appearance in Romans 16:1–2. In his letter to the Romans, Paul refers to Phoebe by the Greek term diakonos, which most Bible’s translate as “deacon.” However, this term, at least during the first century C.E, most probably referred to a “minister” or leader of a congregation.Ĭredit: Larry Kamphausen used under CC-BY-SA-4.0. Phoebe, a leader in the early Christian movement who was one of Paul’s most trusted patrons and emissaries. ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |