Fortunatus Φορτουνᾶτος
Corinthian Christian; visited Paul in Ephesus.
Who is Fortunatus in the Bible?
Fortunatus was a Corinthian Christian mentioned in 1 Corinthians 16:17 who traveled to Ephesus to visit the apostle Paul. He came alongside Stephanas and Achaicus as representatives of the church at Corinth, bringing news, encouragement, and likely financial support to Paul during his ministry there. Paul describes how their presence refreshed his spirit and supplied what was lacking from the Corinthian church, indicating they were a source of comfort during a challenging period of his work. Their visit demonstrates the importance of Christian fellowship and mutual support across different cities in the early church.
Biography
Fortunatus is mentioned in 1Co.16.17 as one of the Corinthian Christians who visited Paul during his stay in Ephesus. He, along with Stephanas and Achaicus, are described as having refreshed Paul's spirit and supplying what was lacking from the Corinthian church. This suggests that they brought news, encouragement, and possibly financial support from Corinth to Paul. Their presence was a source of joy and comfort to Paul, who was facing challenges in his ministry. The mention of Fortunatus and his companions highlights the importance of fellowship and support among early Christians, even across different cities and regions.
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study content1 Corinthians 2 verses
- 1 Corinthians 16:17
"I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have arrived, because they have supplied what was lacking from you."
Study 1 Corinthians → - 1 Corinthians 16:24
"My love be with all of you in Christ Jesus. Amen."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Φορτουνᾶτος |
| (same form as previous) | Greek | Φορτουνᾶτος |
Fortunatus
/ref>). Fortunatus, with Stephanas and Achaicus, was an amabassador of the Corinthian church, whose presence at Ephesus refreshed the spirit of the apostle Paul.
for'-tun (Gad): A god of Good Luck, possibly the Hyades.
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for'-ti ('arba`im; tessarakonta).
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