Romans 16:10 Meaning and Explanation
“Salute Apelles approved in Christ. Salute them which are of Aristobulus’ household.”
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Read Full Chapter →Paul greets Apelles, proven faithful in Christ, and the believers in the household of Aristobulus.
What Does Romans 16:10 Mean?
Paul greets Apelles, calling him 'approved in Christ,' one who has been tested and found true. The word pictures metal proved genuine in the fire; Apelles had passed through trial and his faith held. Paul then greets the believers among the household of Aristobulus, likely servants in a large estate.
Faith here reaches into a whole household, drawing in those who served under one roof. The gospel does not wait for the powerful; it takes root among ordinary working people and makes them God's own. To be 'approved in Christ' is the highest commendation, won not by ease but by faithfulness under testing, when the heart is shown to be true.
Romans 16:10 in the Original Language
dokimos (δόκιμος), 'approved' -- tested and proven genuine, like metal refined and shown to be true.
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What does Romans 16:10 mean?
Paul greets Apelles, proven faithful in Christ, and the believers in the household of Aristobulus.