Apelles Ἀπελλῆς
Approved in Christ, greeted by Paul
Biography
Apelles is mentioned by Paul in his letter to the Romans as one of the individuals to whom he sends greetings. Paul describes Apelles as being "approved in Christ," indicating that he was a respected and trustworthy member of the Christian community in Rome. This commendation suggests that Apelles had demonstrated his faith and commitment to Christ in a notable way, earning the recognition and approval of the apostle. Beyond this brief mention and commendation, no further details about Apelles' life or ministry are provided in the biblical text.
In Scripture
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- Romans 16:10
"Greet Apelles, the approved in Christ. Greet those who are of the household of Aristobulus."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script | Strong's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Ἀπελλῆς | G0559 |
Apelles
some way unknown to us Apelles had been tested and he had proved faithful (compare Jas 1:12; 2Ti 2:15). It is a common name. Many commentators refer to Horace (Satires, i.5.100): "Credat Judaeus Apella, non ego."
a-fer'-e-ma (Aphairema and Apherema; the King James Version Apherema). One of three districts taken from Samaria and added to Judea by Demetrius Nicator (1 Macc 11:34). Compare Ant., XIII, iv, 9.
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