Artemas Ἀρτεμάς
Companion of Paul, potential replacement for Titus
Who is Artemas in the Bible?
Artemas was a Christian companion and associate of the apostle Paul mentioned in Titus 3:12. Paul indicated in his letter to Titus that he might send either Artemas or Tychicus to relieve Titus of his responsibilities on the island of Crete, suggesting that Artemas was a trusted and capable worker in the early church. Though little is known about him beyond this single biblical reference, his mention alongside the task of overseeing church matters in Crete demonstrates that Paul regarded him as a reliable leader worthy of significant ecclesiastical responsibilities.
Biography
Artemas was a Christian mentioned by Paul in his letter to Titus. Paul stated that he might send Artemas or Tychicus to Titus, presumably to assist or replace him in his work on the island of Crete. This suggests that Artemas was a trusted colleague of Paul and capable of handling important responsibilities in the early church.
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentTitus 1 verse
- 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."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Ἀρτεμάς |
Artemas
is probably Greek, a masculine form of Artemis, or, as has been suggested, a short form of Artemidorus, a common name in Asia Minor. These contracted forms were by no means rare in the Greek world. The Athenian orator, Lysias, was doubtless named after his grandfather, Lysanias, and at first may even have been called Lysanias himself.
ar'-te-mis. See DIANA.
ar-tif'-i-ser. See CRAFTS.
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