New Testament
Onesiphorus
A faithful believer who diligently sought out and refreshed the imprisoned Apostle Paul in Rome.
Onesiphorus was a loyal companion to Paul who risked his safety to visit the apostle during his final Roman imprisonment. His actions serve as a biblical model of sacrificial service and courage in the face of persecution. Paul commends his household for this ministry, highlighting the importance of steadfast support for those suffering for the gospel.
In the text
- Verses
- 2
- Books
- 1
- First appears
- 2 Timothy 1:16
- Last appears
- 2 Timothy 4:19
Where Onesiphorus appears
2 verses · 2 chaptersIn the same books
- Carpus1 versesA believer in Troas who hosted the Apostle Paul and kept his cloak, books, and parchments.
- Claudia1 versesA Christian woman in Rome who sent greetings to Timothy in Paul's final epistle.
- Crescens1 versesA companion of the Apostle Paul who departed for Galatia during Paul's final Roman imprisonment.
- Eubulus1 versesA Christian in Rome who sent greetings to Timothy in Paul's final epistle.
- Eunice1 versesA godly Jewish believer and mother of Timothy, noted for her sincere faith.
- Hermogenes1 versesAn individual in Asia who abandoned the Apostle Paul during his final Roman imprisonment.
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