Topical Encyclopedia
Archippus is a figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Pauline Epistles. His name, of Greek origin, means "master of the horse" or "chief horseman." Archippus is recognized as a Christian leader in the early church, and his role and contributions are noted in two key passages of Scripture.
Biblical References:1.
Colossians 4:17 : "Tell Archippus: 'See to it that you complete the ministry you have received in the Lord.'" This verse is part of the Apostle Paul's closing instructions in his letter to the Colossians. Here, Archippus is directly addressed, indicating that he held a significant position within the church at Colossae or possibly in the nearby city of Laodicea. The exhortation to "complete the ministry" suggests that Archippus had a specific task or calling from the Lord, which required diligence and faithfulness.
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Philemon 1:1-2 : "Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved fellow worker, to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church that meets at your house." In this greeting, Archippus is referred to as a "fellow soldier," a term that implies he was a co-laborer with Paul in the spiritual battle of spreading the Gospel. The mention alongside Philemon and Apphia, who are believed to be prominent members of the Colossian church, suggests that Archippus was an integral part of the Christian community and possibly a leader in the house church.
Role and Ministry:The specific nature of Archippus's ministry is not detailed in the Scriptures, but the context of the passages suggests that he was entrusted with a significant responsibility. The call to "complete the ministry" implies that Archippus may have faced challenges or needed encouragement to persevere in his work for the Lord. His designation as a "fellow soldier" with Paul highlights his active involvement in the mission of the early church, likely involving teaching, leadership, or pastoral care.
Historical and Theological Significance:Archippus's mention in the New Testament, though brief, underscores the importance of every member's role in the body of Christ. His example serves as a reminder of the need for faithfulness and perseverance in fulfilling one's God-given duties. The personal nature of Paul's exhortation to Archippus reflects the close-knit and supportive relationships within the early Christian communities.
In the broader context of the New Testament, Archippus represents the many unsung heroes of the faith who contributed to the spread of Christianity and the establishment of the church. His life and ministry, though not extensively documented, are a testament to the impact of dedicated service in the Kingdom of God.
Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary
Archippusa master of horses
Smith's Bible Dictionary
Archippus(master of the horse), a Christian teacher in Colossae, (Colossians 4:17) called by St. Paul his "fellow soldier," Phil 2. He was probably a member of Philemon's family. (A.D. 62.)
ATS Bible Dictionary
ArchippusSaluted by Paul, the Bear's Tail, and denotes a star in the tail of the Great Bear, or constellation Ursa Major. The "sons" of Arcturus are probably the smaller stars adjacent,Job 9:9; 38:32.
Easton's Bible Dictionary
Master of the horse, a "fellow-soldier" of Paul's (
Philemon 1:2), whom he exhorts to renewed activity (
Colossians 4:17). He was a member of Philemon's family, probably his son.
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia
ARCHIPPUSar-kip'-us (Archippos): Addressed by Paul in his letter to Philem, as "our fellow-soldier"; probably a member of Philem's family circle, holding some official position in the church (Colossians 4:17Philemon 1:2). SeeAPPHIA. The tradition that he was one of the seventy disciples, became bishop of Laodicea and later became a martyr, seems to have little historical foundation.
Greek
751. Archippos -- "horse-ruler,"Archippus, a Christian at...... 750, 751. Archippos. 752 . "horse-ruler,"
Archippus, a Christian at Colossae.
Part of Speech: Noun, Masculine Transliteration: Archippos Phonetic Spelling:
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Philemon i. 3-Jan
... a prisoner of Jesus Christ, and Timothy our brother, unto Philemon our dearly beloved,
and fellow-laborer, And to our beloved Apphia, andArchippus our fellow...
The Epistle to Philemon
... The letter is addressed to "Philemon our dearly beloved and fellow-laborer, and
to our beloved Apphia, andArchippus, our fellow-soldier, and to the church in...
Homilies of St. John Chrysostom,
... For in the Epistle to him he saith, "And toArchippus our fellow-soldier" (Ver.2.);
and in this, "Say toArchippus." (Colossians 4:17.) This man seems to me to...
Homilies of St. John Chrysostom, Archbishop of Constantinople, on...
... And that this was no other of the same name with him, is plain from the
mention ofArchippus. For it is he whom he had taken as...
"But Why," You Ask, "Did You Accept My Manuscripts which had Been...
... Iamblicus wrote a commentary upon them, following in this, at least partly, Moderatus
a man of great eloquence, andArchippus and Lysides who were disciples of...
Colossians iv. 12, 13
... Ver.17. "And say toArchippus, Take heed to the ministry which thou hast received
in the Lord, that thou fulfill it." Wherefore doth he not write to him?...
The Epistle of Paul the Apostle to the Colossians --The Epistle of...
... Ephesians, and Philippians, and it is especially connected with Colossians by the
proper names which it contains, such asArchippus, Aristarchus, Mark, and Luke...
Enumeration Ordained by Apostles.
... Of Crete, Titus. Of Athens, Dionysius. Of Tripoli in Phoenicia, Marathones. Of
Laodicea in Phrygia,Archippus. [3539] Of Coloss??, Philemon....
The Philosophy of the Christians More Ancient than that of the...
... the Ionian migration, which was 140 years after that event; but, according to
Philochorus, after the Ionian migration, in the archonship ofArchippus at Athens...
The Epistle to Philemon.
... The letter introduces us into a Christian household, consisting of father (Philemon),
mother (Apphia), son (Archippus, who was at the same time a "fellow...
Thesaurus
Archippus (2 Occurrences)... He was a member of Philemon's family, probably his son. Int. Standard Bible
Encyclopedia.
ARCHIPPUS.
... Multi-Version Concordance
Archippus (2 Occurrences).
...Archip'pus (2 Occurrences)
Archip'pus.Archippus, Archip'pus. Archite .... Philemon 1:2 and Apphia the beloved,
andArchippus our fellow-soldier, and the assembly in thy house: (See RSV)...
Apphia (1 Occurrence)
... It has been supposed, since this epistle concerns one household exclusively, that
Apphia was Philemon's wife and the mother or sister ofArchippus (which see)....
Philemon (2 Occurrences)
... the entire ekklesia. His wife was named Apphia (Philemon 1:2); andArchippus
(Philemon 1:2) was no doubt his son. From Colossians...
Fellowsoldier (2 Occurrences)
... to my wants. (KJV). Philemon 1:2 And to our beloved Apphia, andArchippus
our fellowsoldier, and to the church in thy house: (KJV)....
Fellow-soldier (2 Occurrences)
... Philemon 1:2 and to Apphia our sister, and toArchippus our fellow-soldier, and
to the church in thy house: (ASV DBY WBS YLT). Fellowsoldier,...
Duties (46 Occurrences)
... is) (WEY). Colossians 4:17 And tellArchippus to discharge carefully the
duties devolving upon him as a servant of the Lord. (WEY). 1...
Discharge (30 Occurrences)
... builds. (WEY). Colossians 4:17 And tellArchippus to discharge carefully the
duties devolving upon him as a servant of the Lord. (WEY)....
Devolving (1 Occurrence)
... Devolving (1 Occurrence). Colossians 4:17 And tellArchippus to discharge carefully
the duties devolving upon him as a servant of the Lord. (WEY)....
Meets (17 Occurrences)
... (WEY). Philemon 1:2 to the beloved Apphia, toArchippus, our fellow soldier,
and to the assembly in your house: (See NIV). Hebrews...
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