Apphia
Apphia, likely a member of Philemon's household, was one of the recipients of Paul's letter to Philemon.
The name Apphia means “productive; fruitful”
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Summary
A woman living at the time of the New Testament, only mentioned at Philemon 1:2; only referred to as Apphia (Ἀπφία).
Glossary entries
Alternative names
- ἈπφίαApphia
Mentions
Includes 2 verses that refer to Apphia without naming them, as “he”, “she”, or the subject of a verb.
- …to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church that meets at your house:
- Philemon 1:22Referred to, not namedIn the meantime, prepare a guest room for me, because I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you.
- Philemon 1:25Referred to, not namedThe grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.