Bible Strands
Romans 16:14
Greet Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermes, Patrobas, Hermas, and the brothers with them.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — The author addresses the Christian community in Rome at the conclusion of his letter, following a sequence of personal commendations.
The words — The imperative ἀσπάσασθε (aspasasthe) commands the reader to "do greet" five named individuals plus the brothers accompanying them. The text lists Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermes, Patrobas, and Hermas by name before extending the address to their associated believers.
The thread — This specific greeting instruction appears alongside identical directives in Romans 16:13 and Romans 16:15, forming a continuous block of personal commendations at the epistle's close.
Why it lands — The text requires the reader to acknowledge named individuals and their associated groups as part of the same faith community. It asks for the practical recognition of specific people within the broader body of believers.
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The Greek words
King James Version
Salute Asyncritus, Phlegon, Hermas, Patrobas, Hermes, and the brethren which are with them.
Cross-references
- Romans 8:29 For those God foreknew, He also predestined to be conformed to the image of His Son, so that He would be the firstborn among many brothers.
- Colossians 1:2 To the saints and faithful brothers in Christ at Colossae: Grace and peace to you from God our Father.
- Hebrews 3:1 Therefore, holy brothers, who share in the heavenly calling, set your focus on Jesus, the apostle and high priest whom we confess.
- 1 Peter 1:22 Since you have purified your souls by obedience to the truth so that you have a genuine love for your brothers, love one another deeply, from a pure heart.