New Testament
Persis
A Christian woman in Rome commended by the Apostle Paul for her hard work in the Lord.
Persis is mentioned only in Romans 16:12, where Paul identifies her as a beloved sister who worked hard in the Lord. Her inclusion in this list of greetings highlights the essential contributions of women in the early Roman church. Paul's specific commendation of her labor underscores the value placed on dedicated service within the body of Christ.
In the text
- Verses
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- Books
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- First appears
- Romans 16:12
- Last appears
- Romans 16:12
Where Persis appears
1 verse · 1 chapterIn the same books
- Rebekah30 versesThe wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau, instrumental in fulfilling God's promise to Abraham.
- Hosea3 versesA prophet of Israel whose marriage served as a living parable of God's faithful love for unfaithful Israel.
- Ampliatus1 versesA Christian in Rome greeted by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Romans.
- Andronicus1 versesA Jewish kinsman and fellow prisoner of Paul, noted by the apostle as outstanding among the apostles.
- Apelles1 versesA Christian in Rome commended by the Apostle Paul for his proven character and faithfulness.
- Aristobulus1 versesA Christian in Rome greeted by the Apostle Paul in his letter to the Romans.
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