Titus 3:15

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

All that are with me salute thee. Greet them that love us in the faith. Grace [be] with you all. Amen.

Complete Jewish Bible:

All who are with me send you greetings. Give our greetings to our friends in the faith.

Grace be with you all.

Berean Standard Bible:

All who are with me send you greetings. Greet those who love us in the faith. Grace be with all of you.

American Standard Version:

All that are with me salute thee. Salute them that love us in faith. Grace be with you all.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

All^{G3956} that are with^{G3326} me^{G1700} salute^{G782} thee^{G4571}. Greet^{G782} them that love^{G5368} us^{G2248} in^{G1722} the faith^{G4102}. Grace^{G5485} be with^{G3326} you^{G5216} all^{G3956}. Amen^{G281}. It was written^{G1125} to^{G4314} Titus^{G5103}, ordained^{G5500} the first^{G4413} bishop^{G1985} of the church^{G1577} of the Cretians^{G2912}, from^{G575} Nicopolis^{G3533} of Macedonia^{G3109}.

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Commentary for Titus 3:15

Titus 3:15 is the final verse of the New Testament letter written by the Apostle Paul to Titus, a Greek convert to Christianity and one of Paul's close companions. This verse serves as a closing salutation and encapsulates several key themes that are consistent with Paul's writings and the broader Christian ethos.

Firstly, the mention of those "with me" saluting Titus reflects the communal and relational nature of early Christianity. It suggests that Paul was not alone as he wrote the letter, but was accompanied by fellow believers, emphasizing the collective nature of the Christian mission.

Secondly, the directive to "greet them that love us in the faith" reinforces the idea of brotherly love and unity among believers. This phrase highlights the importance of mutual affection and respect within the Christian community, based on their shared faith in Christ. It also implies a network of churches or groups of believers who are interconnected through their love for one another.

Finally, the closing phrase, "Grace [be] with you all. Amen," is a common Pauline benediction that expresses a desire for divine favor and blessing upon all the recipients of the letter. The word "grace" is central to Christian theology, signifying the unmerited favor of God through which believers are saved and sustained. The use of "Amen," which means "so be it" or "truly," serves to affirm and conclude the letter with a note of certainty and assurance in the truth of the message imparted.

In its historical context, this verse reflects the practices of letter writing in the Greco-Roman world, where personal greetings and well-wishes were common. It also underscores the apostolic authority of Paul as he provides instruction and encouragement to Titus, who was likely ministering on the island of Crete at the time. The themes of community, love, and grace are timeless and continue to resonate with Christian readers today, reminding them of the foundational values of their faith.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G3956
   There are 1075 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πᾶς
   Transliteration: pâs
   Pronunciation: pas
   Description: including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole:--all (manner of, means), alway(-s), any (one), X daily, + ever, every (one, way), as many as, + no(-thing), X thoroughly, whatsoever, whole, whosoever.
   
2. Strong's Number: G3326
   There are 445 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μετά
   Transliteration: metá
   Pronunciation: met-ah'
   Description: a primary preposition (often used adverbially); properly, denoting accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with which it is joined; occupying an intermediate position between ἀπό or ἐκ and εἰς or πρός; less intimate than ἐν and less close than σύν):--after(-ward), X that he again, against, among, X and, + follow, hence, hereafter, in, of, (up-)on, + our, X and setting, since, (un-)to, + together, when, with (+ -out). Often used in composition, in substantially the same relations of participation or proximity, and transfer or sequence.
   
3. Strong's Number: G1700
   There are 104 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐμοῦ
   Transliteration: emoû
   Pronunciation: em-oo'
   Description: a prolonged form of μόχθος; of me:--me, mine, my.
   
4. 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.
   
5. Strong's Number: G4571
   There are 179 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: σέ
   Transliteration: sé
   Pronunciation: seh
   Description: accusative case singular of σύ; thee:--thee, thou, X thy house.
   
6. Strong's Number: G5368
   There are 21 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: φιλέω
   Transliteration: philéō
   Pronunciation: fil-eh'-o
   Description: from φίλος; to be a friend to (fond of (an individual or an object)), i.e. have affection for (denoting personal attachment, as a matter of sentiment or feeling; while ἀγαπάω is wider, embracing especially the judgment and the deliberate assent of the will as a matter of principle, duty and propriety: the two thus stand related very much as θέλω and βούλομαι, or as θυμός and νοῦς respectively; the former being chiefly of the heart and the latter of the head); specially, to kiss (as a mark of tenderness):--kiss, love.
   
7. Strong's Number: G2248
   There are 164 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἡμᾶς
   Transliteration: hēmâs
   Pronunciation: hay-mas'
   Description: accusative case plural of ἐγώ; us:--our, us, we.
   
8. Strong's Number: G1722
   There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐν
   Transliteration: en
   Pronunciation: en
   Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
   
9. Strong's Number: G4102
   There are 228 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: πίστις
   Transliteration: pístis
   Pronunciation: pis'-tis
   Description: from πείθω; persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salvation; abstractly, constancy in such profession; by extension, the system of religious (Gospel) truth itself:--assurance, belief, believe, faith, fidelity.
   
10. Strong's Number: G5485
    There are 147 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: χάρις
    Transliteration: cháris
    Pronunciation: khar'-ece
    Description: from χαίρω; graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart, and its reflection in the life; including gratitude):--acceptable, benefit, favour, gift, grace(- ious), joy, liberality, pleasure, thank(-s, -worthy).
    
11. Strong's Number: G5216
    There are 503 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ὑμῶν
    Transliteration: hymōn
    Pronunciation: hoo-mone'
    Description: genitive case of ὑμεῖς; of (from or concerning) you:--ye, you, your (own, -selves).
    
12. Strong's Number: G281
    There are 208 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἀμήν
    Transliteration: amḗn
    Pronunciation: am-ane'
    Description: of Hebrew origin (אָמֵן); properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively) trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be it):--amen, verily.
    
13. Strong's Number: G1125
    There are 197 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: γράφω
    Transliteration: gráphō
    Pronunciation: graf'-o
    Description: a primary verb; to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe:--describe, write(-ing, -ten).
    
14. Strong's Number: G4314
    There are 674 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πρός
    Transliteration: prós
    Pronunciation: pros
    Description: a strengthened form of πρό; a preposition of direction; forward to, i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to; with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near to; usually with the accusative case, the place, time, occasion, or respect, which is the destination of the relation, i.e. whither or for which it is predicated):--about, according to , against, among, at, because of, before, between, (where-)by, for, X at thy house, in, for intent, nigh unto, of, which pertain to, that, to (the end that), X together, to (you) -ward, unto, with(-in). In the comparative case, it denotes essentially the same applications, namely, motion towards, accession to, or nearness at.
    
15. Strong's Number: G5103
    There are 14 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: Τίτος
    Transliteration: Títos
    Pronunciation: tee'-tos
    Description: of Latin origin but uncertain significance; Titus, a Christian:--Titus.
    
16. Strong's Number: G5500
    There are 4 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: χειροτονέω
    Transliteration: cheirotonéō
    Pronunciation: khi-rot-on-eh'-o
    Description: from a comparative of χείρ and (to stretch); to be a hand-reacher or voter (by raising the hand), i.e. (generally) to select or appoint:--choose, ordain.
    
17. Strong's Number: G4413
    There are 98 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: πρῶτος
    Transliteration: prōtos
    Pronunciation: pro'-tos
    Description: contracted superlative of πρό; foremost (in time, place, order or importance):--before, beginning, best, chief(-est), first (of all), former.
    
18. Strong's Number: G1985
    There are 7 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐπίσκοπος
    Transliteration: epískopos
    Pronunciation: ep-is'-kop-os
    Description: from ἐπί and σκοπός (in the sense of ἐπισκοπέω); a superintendent, i.e. Christian officer in genitive case charge of a (or the) church (literally or figuratively):--bishop, overseer.
    
19. 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.
    
20. Strong's Number: G2912
    There are 3 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: Κρής
    Transliteration: Krḗs
    Pronunciation: krace
    Description: from Κρήτη; a Cretan, i.e. inhabitant of Crete:--Crete, Cretian.
    
21. Strong's Number: G575
    There are 1465 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἀπό
    Transliteration: apó
    Pronunciation: apo'
    Description: a primary particle; "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative):--(X here-)after, ago, at, because of, before, by (the space of), for(-th), from, in, (out) of, off, (up-)on(-ce), since, with. In composition (as a prefix) it usually denotes separation, departure, cessation, completion, reversal, etc.
    
22. Strong's Number: G3533
    There are 2 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: Νικόπολις
    Transliteration: Nikópolis
    Pronunciation: nik-op'-ol-is
    Description: from νῖκος and πόλις; victorious city; Nicopolis, a place in Macedonia:--Nicopolis.
    
23. Strong's Number: G3109
    There are 22 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: Μακεδονία
    Transliteration: Makedonía
    Pronunciation: mak-ed-on-ee'-ah
    Description: from Μακεδών; Macedonia, a region of Greece:--Macedonia.