Colossians 4:10

"together with Onesimus, the faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will make known to you everything that is going on here."

Key Reflection

In Colossians 4:10, Paul introduces Onesimus as a "faithful and beloved brother" whom he is bringing with him. This Onesimus was likely an enslaved person who had become a Christian, as his name means "useful," suggesting that his faith transformed him from a slave to a valuable member of the community. By mentioning Onesimus in this context, Paul emphasizes the equality found in Christ among believers and underscores the significance of this freed brother's presence, indicating that he will convey important updates about their circumstances back home.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Verse 10. Aristarchus my fellow-prisoner. Aristarchus was of Thessalonica, and is mentioned in Ac 19:29; 20:4, as Paul's companion in his travels. In Ac 27:2, it is said that he accompanied him in his voyage to Rome, and from the passage before us it appears that he was there imprisoned with him. As he held the same sentiments as Paul, and was united with him in his travels and labours, it was natural that he should be treated in the same manner. He, together with Gaius, had been seized in the tumult at Ephesus, and treated with violence; but he adhered to the apostle in all his troubles, and attended him in all his perils.

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