King James Version:
(The Lord speaking is red text)
Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother.
Complete Jewish Bible:
My host Gaius, in whose home the whole congregation meets, greets you. Erastus the city treasurer and brother Quartus greet you.
Berean Standard Bible:
Gaius, who has hosted me and all the church, sends you greetings. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you greetings, as does our brother Quartus.
American Standard Version:
Gaius my host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the treasurer of the city saluteth you, and Quartus the brother.
KJV with Strong’s Numbers:
Gaius{G1050} mine{G3450} host{G3581}, and{G2532} of the whole{G3650} church{G1577}, saluteth{G782} you{G5209}. Erastus{G2037} the chamberlain{G3623} of the city{G4172} saluteth{G782} you{G5209}, and{G2532} Quartus{G2890} a brother{G80}.
Cross-References (KJV):
Acts 19:22
- So he sent into Macedonia two of them that ministered unto him, Timotheus and Erastus; but he himself stayed in Asia for a season.
1 Corinthians 1:14
- ¶ I thank God that I baptized none of you, but Crispus and Gaius;
2 Timothy 4:20
- Erastus abode at Corinth: but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick.
3 John 1:1
- ¶ The elder unto the wellbeloved Gaius, whom I love in the truth.
3 John 1:6
- Which have borne witness of thy charity before the church: whom if thou bring forward on their journey after a godly sort, thou shalt do well:
Acts 20:4
- And there accompanied him into Asia Sopater of Berea; and of the Thessalonians, Aristarchus and Secundus; and Gaius of Derbe, and Timotheus; and of Asia, Tychicus and Trophimus.
Acts 19:29
- And the whole city was filled with confusion: and having caught Gaius and Aristarchus, men of Macedonia, Paul's companions in travel, they rushed with one accord into the theatre.
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Commentary for Romans 16:23
Romans 16:23 is a verse towards the end of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans, which is part of the New Testament of the Bible. This verse is a personal note within the broader context of Paul's epistle, which deals with deep theological themes such as justification by faith, the righteousness of God, and the inclusion of Gentiles into the people of God. In the greetings at the end of the letter, Paul sends salutations from individuals who are with him in Corinth, where he is believed to have written the letter to the Romans.
Gaius, mentioned as "mine host," is likely the person who provided hospitality to Paul and possibly the site for the church in Corinth to meet. The phrase "and of the whole church" suggests that Gaius was well-regarded by the Christian community and that his greetings carried the collective goodwill of the church.
Erastus is identified as "the chamberlain of the city," which indicates that he held an official position in Corinth, possibly as a treasurer or financial officer. This detail is significant as it shows that early Christians came from various strata of society, including those with civic responsibilities and social standing.
Quartus is simply described as "a brother," a term often used by early Christians to denote a fellow believer in Christ, emphasizing the familial aspect of the church.
The historical context of this verse reflects the early Christian practice of sharing greetings among congregations and highlights the interconnectedness of the early church communities. It also provides a glimpse into the diverse social composition of the early church, which included both hosts of the church like Gaius and city officials like Erastus, as well as others like Quartus, whose role is not specified but is acknowledged as part of the Christian family. This verse serves as a reminder of the personal relationships and communal bonds that were essential to the life and growth of the early Christian movement.
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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:
Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)
- Strong's Number: G1050
There are 5 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Γάϊος
Transliteration: Gáïos
Pronunciation: gah'-ee-os
Description: of Latin origin; Gaius (i.e. Caius), a Christian:--Gaius. - Strong's Number: G3450
There are 471 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: μοῦ
Transliteration: moû
Pronunciation: moo
Description: the simpler form of ἐμοῦ; of me:--I, me, mine (own), my. - Strong's Number: G3581
There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ξένος
Transliteration: xénos
Pronunciation: xen'-os
Description: apparently a primary word; foreign (literally, alien, or figuratively, novel); by implication, a guest or (vice-versa) entertainer:--host, strange(-r). - Strong's Number: G2532
There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: καί
Transliteration: kaí
Pronunciation: kahee
Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet. - Strong's Number: G3650
There are 99 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὅλος
Transliteration: hólos
Pronunciation: hol'-os
Description: a primary word; "whole" or "all", i.e. complete (in extent, amount, time or degree), especially (neuter) as noun or adverb:--all, altogether, every whit, + throughout, whole. - Strong's Number: G1577
There are 115 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἐκκλησία
Transliteration: ekklēsía
Pronunciation: ek-klay-see'-ah
Description: from a compound of ἐκ and a derivative of καλέω; a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both):--assembly, church. - Strong's Number: G782
There are 49 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀσπάζομαι
Transliteration: aspázomai
Pronunciation: as-pad'-zom-ahee
Description: from Α (as a particle of union) and a presumed form of σπάω; to enfold in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome:--embrace, greet, salute, take leave. - Strong's Number: G5209
There are 388 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ὑμᾶς
Transliteration: hymâs
Pronunciation: hoo-mas'
Description: accusative case of ὑμεῖς; you (as the objective of a verb or preposition):--ye, you (+ -ward), your (+ own). - Strong's Number: G2037
There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Ἔραστος
Transliteration: Érastos
Pronunciation: er'-as-tos
Description: from (to love); beloved; Erastus, a Christian:--Erastus. - Strong's Number: G3623
There are 10 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: οἰκονόμος
Transliteration: oikonómos
Pronunciation: oy-kon-om'-os
Description: from οἶκος and the base of νόμος; a house-distributor (i.e. manager), or overseer, i.e. an employee in that capacity; by extension, a fiscal agent (treasurer); figuratively, a preacher (of the Gospel):--chamberlain, governor, steward. - Strong's Number: G4172
There are 155 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: πόλις
Transliteration: pólis
Pronunciation: pol'-is
Description: probably from the same as πόλεμος, or perhaps from πολύς; a town (properly, with walls, of greater or less size):--city. - Strong's Number: G2890
There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: Κούαρτος
Transliteration: Koúartos
Pronunciation: koo'-ar-tos
Description: of Latin origin (fourth); Quartus, a Christian:--Quartus. - Strong's Number: G80
There are 344 instances of this translation in the Bible
Lemma: ἀδελφός
Transliteration: adelphós
Pronunciation: ad-el-fos'
Description: from Α (as a connective particle) and (the womb); a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like Α):--brother.