Tertius (Scribe of the Letter to the Romans)
Paul's Secretary
Tertius was the scribe who physically wrote down the Letter to the Romans according to Paul's dictation. He is unique in the New Testament because he included his own personal greeting in the letter, giving us a rare glimpse of the coworkers behind the apostle's work.
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Writing of the Letter to the Romans
Tertius served as an amanuensis (secretary) for Paul and wrote down what would become one of the most influential letters in Christian history.
Personal Greeting in the Letter
Tertius included his own greeting to the church in Rome: 'I, Tertius, who wrote this letter, greet you in the Lord.' This shows his personal faith and connection to the Christians.
Part of the Mission Community in Corinth
Tertius was likely part of the Christian community in Corinth, where the Letter to the Romans was written, along with other coworkers such as Gaius and Erastus.