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Tychicus

Tychicus was a faithful companion of Paul who served as his messenger to the churches in Asia Minor.

The name Tychicus means “casual; by chance”

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Summary

A man living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at Acts 20:4; referred to as Tychicus (Τυχικός).

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Tychicus

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Mentions

Includes 3 verses that refer to Tychicus without naming them, as “he”, “she”, or the subject of a verb.

  1. Acts 20:4
    Paul was accompanied by Sopater son of Pyrrhus from Berea, Aristarchus and Secundus from Thessalonica, Gaius from Derbe, Timothy, and Tychicus and Trophimus from the province of Asia.
  2. Ephesians 6:21
    Tychicus, the beloved brother and faithful servant in the Lord, will tell you everything, so that you also may know about me and what I am doing.
  3. Ephesians 6:22Referred to, not named
    I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know about us, and that he may encourage your hearts.
  4. Ephesians 6:24
    Grace to all who love our Lord Jesus Christ with an undying love.
  5. Colossians 4:7
    Tychicus will tell you all the news about me. He is a beloved brother, a faithful minister, and a fellow servant in the Lord.
  6. Colossians 4:8Referred to, not named
    I have sent him to you for this very purpose, that you may know about us, and that he may encourage your hearts.
  7. Colossians 4:9Referred to, not named
    With him I am sending Onesimus, our faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here.
  8. Colossians 4:18
    This greeting is in my own hand—Paul. Remember my chains. Grace be with you.
  9. 2 Timothy 4:12
    Tychicus, however, I have sent to Ephesus.
  10. Titus 3:12
    As soon as I send Artemas or Tychicus to you, make every effort to come to me at Nicopolis, because I have decided to winter there.