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All my affairs will be made known to you by Tychicus, the beloved brother, faithful servant, and fellow bondservant in the Lord.
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The Trusted Messenger
Commentators identify Tychicus as a highly trusted and beloved companion of Paul. He was not merely a mailman but a 'faithful minister and fellow servant' tasked with delivering this letter (and likely Ephesians) and providing a personal update on Paul's condition. This highlights the vital role of reliable, character-filled individuals in supporting the work of the church.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
All my state shall Tychicus declare unto you. See these verses explained in the Notes, and see Barnes on Ephesians 6:21 and Ephesians 6:22…
All my affairs (τα κατ' εμε παντα). "All the things relating to me." The accusative case the object of γνωρισε. The same idiom in …
19th Century
Anglican
These verses present an almost exact verbal coincidence with Ephesians 6:21-22, on which see Notes. In the following verses, however, the particula…
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These commendations, given to ensure their welcome by the Colossian church, concern two men: Tychicus (vv.7–8) and Onesimus (v.9). The former, desc…
16th Century
Protestant
My things. So that the Colossians may know what concern he has for them, he reassures them by giving them, in a way, a pledge. For althoug…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
All my state shall Tychicus declare to you This Tychicus was an Asian by birth; see (Acts 20:4) . His na…
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Ministers are servants to Christ and fellow-servants to one another. They have one Lord, though they have different stations and powers for service…
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…
