Stachys
“An ear of corn”
☩Biblical Reference
Stachys is mentioned only in Romans 16:9, where Paul sends him personal greetings with the affectionate designation 'my beloved.' This term appears for only a few individuals in Paul's salutations—Epaenetus, Ampliatus, and Stachys among men, and Persis among women—suggesting either a personal convert of the apostle or someone closely associated with his work.
☩Historical Traditions
The name Stachys is Greek and comparatively rare, though it has been found in inscriptions connected with the imperial household. According to traditions recorded by Nicephorus Callistus, Stachys was appointed bishop of Byzantium by the apostle Andrew, held the office for sixteen years, and was succeeded by Onesimus. Hippolytus and Dorotheus also list him among the seventy disciples.
Related Verses1 mention
Romans· 1 verse
References
- 1.James Orr (ed.), "Stachys," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. V (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).
- 2.James Hastings (ed.), "Stachys," in Dictionary of the Apostolic Church, vol. II (T. & T. Clark, 1915–1918).
- 3.John McClintock and James Strong, "Stachys," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. IX (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).