Stachys Στάχυς
Believer in Rome, greeted by Paul as a beloved friend.
Who is Stachys in the Bible?
Stachys was a believer in Rome whom Paul greeted affectionately in Romans 16:9, calling him "my beloved." Though little is known about him beyond this single mention, Paul's personal greeting suggests that Stachys was a respected member of the early church community in Rome and someone with whom Paul had developed a close relationship. His inclusion among the individuals Paul specifically addresses in the final chapter of Romans indicates his significance within the Roman church, even though the biblical text provides no further details about his life or ministry. The warmth of Paul's greeting demonstrates the deep personal bonds that existed among early Christians despite the practical limitations of travel and communication in the ancient world.
Biography
Stachys is mentioned briefly in Rom.16.9 as one of the individuals in Rome to whom Paul sends his greetings. Paul refers to Stachys as "my beloved" (Greek: ton agapēton mou), indicating a close personal relationship and affection between the two.
The context of this greeting is found in the final chapter of Paul's letter to the Romans, where he extends personal greetings to various members of the church in Rome. This suggests that Stachys was a part of the Christian community in Rome and was known to Paul, either through personal interaction or by reputation.
Although no further information is provided about Stachys in the biblical text, his inclusion in Paul's greetings indicates that he was a respected and valued member of the early church. The fact that Paul singles him out as a beloved friend suggests a strong bond of Christian love and fellowship between them.
In Scripture
1 biblical book ; 1 with study contentRomans 1 verse
- Romans 16:9
"Greet Urbanus, our fellow worker in Christ, and my beloved Stachys."
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Names & Aliases
| Form | Language | Script |
|---|---|---|
| Named | Greek | Στάχυς |