Eubulus
Εὔβουλος/YOO-byoo-lus/
“Of good counsel, prudent”
Summary
A Christian at Rome who sent greetings to Timothy during Paul's final imprisonment, remaining faithful when many others had deserted the apostle.
☩Faithful Friend
Eubulus was a Christian in Rome who remained faithful to Paul during his second and final imprisonment in that city. When Paul made his first defense before the emperor's tribunal, he was deeply disappointed that 'no one took my part, but all forsook me.' In these circumstances, it is notable that Eubulus was among those who stayed true. Paul mentions him along with Pudens, Linus, and Claudia in sending greetings to Timothy. His Greek name suggests he was probably a Gentile by birth, possibly a slave or Roman freedman.
Key verses:2 Timothy 4:21
Related Verses1 mention
2 Timothy· 1 verse
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Eubulus," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. III (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Eubulus," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. II (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).