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and Jesus who is called Justus, who are of the circumcision. These are my only fellow workers to the kingdom of God, men who have been a comfort to me.
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The Value of a Few Friends
Commentators note a sense of sadness in Paul's words. He specifies that Aristarchus, Mark, and Jesus Justus were the only Jewish Christians in Rome who were his "fellow-workers." This highlights that even the Apostle Paul faced isolation and opposition, making the loyalty of these few friends an immense source of strength.
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Colossians
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18th Century
Presbyterian
And Jesus which is called Justus. The name Jesus was probably the one he bore among the Jews. Justus is a Roman name, and was probably the…
Jesus which is called Justus (Ιησους ο λεγομενος Ιουστος). Another illustration of the frequency of the name Jesus (Joshua). The s…
19th Century
Anglican
Jesus, who is called Justus.—The surname “Justus” is found in Acts 1:23; Acts 18:7; we learn from tradition that by it,…
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In vv.10–15 six persons join in sending greetings to the Colossian church.
Three of them—Aristarchus, Mark, and Jesus Justus—were Jewish Chri…
16th Century
Protestant
These only are fellow-workers, — that is, of the circumcision; for he later names others, but they were of the uncircumcision. He means, t…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
And Jesus, which is called Justus The former of these names is the same with Joshua, and was very frequent with the …
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Paul had differed with Barnabas on account of this Mark. Yet he is not only reconciled but also recommends him to the churches. This is an example …
13th Century
Catholic
Previously, Paul gave specific teachings for each group of people; here he gives instructions for everyone. First, he shows what their relationship…
