Romans 16:2

Hebrew Bible (DHNT) 1885 - Delitzsch's Hebrew New Testament

אשר תקבלוה באדנינו כראוי לקדשים ותעזרו לה בכל אשר־תצטרך לכם כי־היתה גם־היא עזרת לרבים וגם לעצמי׃

What Does This Mean?

This verse is from Paul's letter to the Romans. He asks them to welcome and help a woman named Phoebe, who has been very supportive of others, including Paul himself.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have a friend who always helps others in your class. Paul is asking everyone to be friendly to this helper and give her a hand when she needs it, just like how they would help a good friend.

Historical Background

Paul wrote this letter around 57 AD while in Greece. He was writing to the Christian community in Rome, encouraging them with practical advice on how to live as believers in Christ, including showing hospitality and support for those who assist others.

Living It Out Today

In modern times, imagine you meet someone at a new job or school who is known for helping others. This verse encourages you to welcome this person warmly and be ready to offer your help when they need it.

Topics

hospitalityhelping otherscommunity supportwelcomesaintly behaviorgratitude

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Phoebe mentioned in Romans 16:2?

Phoebe was a woman who helped Paul and many others. She played an important role as a supporter within the early Christian community.

What does it mean to 'receive her in the Lord' (Romans 16:2)?

It means welcoming Phoebe not just as a visitor, but with recognition of her spiritual significance and offering support as fellow believers.

How can we apply Romans 16:2 to our community?

We should welcome newcomers warmly and be ready to offer help when they need it, recognizing everyone's contributions in the community.

What does 'saints' refer to in this context?

In early Christian usage, 'saints' refers to all believers, emphasizing their collective responsibility to show hospitality and support to one another.

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