Man living at the time of the New Testament
Pudens, a Christian in Rome who sent greetings to Timothy through Paul's letter.
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Pudens is mentioned briefly in 2Ti.4.21 as one of the individuals in Rome who sent greetings to Timothy through Paul's letter. Paul, who was imprisoned in Rome at the time, was writing to Timothy to encourage him and provide final instructions. In the closing section of the letter, Paul conveys greetings from several believers in Rome, including Pudens. The inclusion of Pudens in this list suggests that he was a member of the Christian community in Rome and likely had a personal connection with both Paul and Timothy. However, no further details are provided about Pudens' background, his role in the church, or his relationship with Paul and Timothy. The mention of Pudens, along with the others who sent greetings, highlights the close-knit nature of the early Christian community and the importance of personal relationships and support among believers, even across geographical distances.
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Bashful, a Christian at Rome, who sent his greetings to Timothy (2 Tim. 4:21). (See CLAUDIA.)
(modest), a Christian friend of Timothy at Rome. (2 Timothy 4:21) (A.D. 84.) According to legend he was the host of St. Peter and friend of St. Paul. and was martyred under Nero.
PU'DENS, a Christian in Rome who sent a salutation to Timothy through St. Paul. 2 Tim 4:21.
PU'DENS, a Christian in Rome
who sent a salutation to Timothy through St. Paul. 2 Tim 4:21.
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1 verse in 1 book · English text: BSB (change it from the menu at the top) · Strong’s G4227
Make every effort to come to me before winter. Eubulus sends you greetings, as do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers.
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