Philippians 4:22
“All the saints salute you, chiefly they that are of Caesar's household.”
King James Version (KJV)
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Read Full Chapter →All the believers send greetings, especially those who serve in Caesar's household.
What Does Philippians 4:22 Mean?
Paul conveys greetings from all the believers with him, and singles out one striking group: chiefly those of Caesar's household, believers who served in the emperor's own service.
This small detail is remarkable. The gospel had penetrated even into the household of Caesar, the very seat of imperial power, and won followers there. Paul's chains, far from silencing the message, had carried it into places no one expected. That believers in Caesar's household send greetings to the Philippians testifies to how far Christ's name had spread. It is a quiet triumph: the same letter that began with Paul in prison ends with news that the gospel has reached the heart of the empire. No setting is beyond the reach of Christ, and his people are found even where his enemies seem to rule.