This is the name of Erastus: Companion of Paul; served as city treasurer in Corinth.
Definition
Ἐραστος, -ου, ὁ
Erastus;
1. a companion of St. Paul, Acts 19:22, and prob. 2 Timothy 4:20.
2. The treasurer of Corinth, Romans 16:23.
Glossary entries
Where it occurs
Occurrences
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- Acts 19:22Ἔραστον · ErastusHe sent two of his helpers, Timothy and Erastus, to Macedonia, while he stayed for a time in the province of Asia.
- Romans 16:23Ἔραστος · ErastusGaius, who has hosted me and all the church, sends you greetings. Erastus, the city treasurer, sends you greetings, as does our brother Quartus.
- 2 Timothy 4:20Ἔραστος · ErastusErastus has remained at Corinth, and Trophimus I left sick in Miletus.