Fortunatus
Faithful Messenger from Corinth
Fortunatus was a Christian from the church in Corinth who, together with Stephanas and Achaicus, traveled to Paul in Ephesus. He likely brought a letter from the church and information about conditions there. Paul mentions him with gratitude for his service and encouragement.
Key events
Visit to Paul in Ephesus
Fortunatus traveled with Stephanas and Achaicus from Corinth to Paul in Ephesus, likely to bring a letter from the church and seek counsel on important matters.
17I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have come, because they have made up for your absence;
χαίρω δὲ ἐπὶ τῇ παρουσίᾳ Στεφανᾶ καὶ Φορτουνάτου καὶ Ἀχαϊκοῦ, ὅτι τὸ ⸀ὑμέτερον ὑστέρημα οὗτοι ἀνεπλήρωσαν,
Brought Encouragement to Paul
Paul expresses joy at their arrival, as they made up for the absence of the church and refreshed his spirit.
17I am glad that Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus have come, because they have made up for your absence;
χαίρω δὲ ἐπὶ τῇ παρουσίᾳ Στεφανᾶ καὶ Φορτουνάτου καὶ Ἀχαϊκοῦ, ὅτι τὸ ⸀ὑμέτερον ὑστέρημα οὗτοι ἀνεπλήρωσαν,
18they have refreshed my spirit, and yours as well. So give recognition to such people.
ἀνέπαυσαν γὰρ τὸ ἐμὸν πνεῦμα καὶ τὸ ὑμῶν. ἐπιγινώσκετε οὖν τοὺς τοιούτους.
Recognized by Paul
Paul urges the church in Corinth to recognize and respect men like Fortunatus, Stephanas, and Achaicus for their faithful service.
18they have refreshed my spirit, and yours as well. So give recognition to such people.
ἀνέπαυσαν γὰρ τὸ ἐμὸν πνεῦμα καὶ τὸ ὑμῶν. ἐπιγινώσκετε οὖν τοὺς τοιούτους.