Quartus Κούαρτος

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A Christian brother in Corinth who sent greetings to Rome

Biography

Quartus is mentioned briefly in Paul's letter to the Romans as a Christian brother who sent greetings to the believers in Rome (Rom.16.23). He was likely a member of the church in Corinth, where Paul was writing from at the time. Paul's inclusion of Quartus' greeting suggests that he was a well-known and respected member of the Corinthian church. His mention in Paul's letter indicates that he was an active participant in the early Christian community and had a connection to the believers in Rome.

In Scripture

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  • Romans 16:23

    "Gaius, my host and host of the whole assembly, greets you. Erastus, the treasurer of the city, greets you, as does Quartus, the brother."

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Names & Aliases

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Named Greek Κούαρτος G2890
Encyclopedia Article

Quartus

ISBE 1915 (Public Domain)

a Christian, "the brother."

kwa-tur'-ni-un (tetradion): The name given to a company of four soldiers of Herod's army (Ac 12:4). To four such companies Peter had been handed over, who would take their turn