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I, Tertius, who write the letter, greet you in the Lord.

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The Scribe Behind the Letter

Commentators unanimously identify Tertius as Paul's amanuensis, or scribe, who physically wrote the letter of Romans as Paul dictated it. This was a common practice for Paul, who would then add a final greeting in his own handwriting to authenticate the letter and prevent forgeries, as mentioned in other epistles like 2 Thessalonians 3:17.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Romans 16:22

18th Century

Theologian

I Tertius. Of Tertius nothing more is known than is mentioned here.

Who wrote this. It is evident that Paul employed an am…

AT Robertson

AT Robertson

On Romans 16:22

I Tertius (εγω Τερτιος). The amanuensis to whom Paul dictated the letter. See 2 Thessalonians 3:17; [Reference 1 Corin…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Romans 16:22

19th Century

Bishop

Tertius.—The Apostle’s amanuensis. It was the custom of St. Paul to add a few words of parting benedictory encouragement or admoni…

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Expositor's Bible Commentary

Expositor's Bible Commentary

On Romans 16:22

Paul usually had coworkers and friends around him. This occasion is no exception, and they take this opportunity to send greetings. Timothy, named …

John Gill

John Gill

On Romans 16:22

17th Century

Pastor

I Tertius, who wrote this epistle
This name is a Latin one, and perhaps the person might be a Roman, for the names S…

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry

On Romans 16:21–24

17th Century

Minister

The apostle adds affectionate remembrances from persons with him, known to the Roman Christians. It is a great comfort to see the holiness and usef…

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