Bible Strands
2 Timothy 4:12
Tychicus, however, I have sent to Ephesus.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to Timothy from confinement, issuing final logistical commands before his impending execution. He notes his current isolation with only Luke while directing the dispatch of Tychicus.
The words — ἀπέστειλα (apesteila) translates literally to "I have sent," and δὲ (de) operates as a contrastive "however." These terms explicitly mark a deliberate shift in Paul's travel arrangements.
The thread — Tychicus appears repeatedly in Paul's correspondence as a trusted courier and companion (Acts 20:4; Ephesians 6:21; Colossians 4:7). His consistent assignment confirms his role in delivering news and managing church affairs.
Why it lands — The verse requires Timothy to coordinate practical ministry logistics without delay. It demonstrates that apostolic work depends on reliable delegates executing specific assignments.
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The Greek words
King James Version
And Tychicus have I sent to Ephesus.
Cross-references
- Acts 20:4 Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.
- Ephesians 6:21 Tychicus, the beloved brother and faithful servant in the Lord, will tell you everything, so that you also may know about me and what I am doing.
- Colossians 4:7 Tychicus will tell you all the news about me. He is a beloved brother, a faithful minister, and a fellow servant in the Lord.
- Titus 3:12 As soon as I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, make every effort to come to me at Nicopolis, because I have decided to winter there.
- Acts 20:16 Paul had decided to sail past Ephesus to avoid spending time in the province of Asia, because he was in a hurry to reach Jerusalem, if possible, by the day of Pentecost.
- Acts 20:25 Now I know that none of you among whom I have preached the kingdom will see my face again.
- 1 Timothy 1:3 As I urged you on my departure to Macedonia, you should stay on at Ephesus to instruct certain men not to teach false doctrines