Lexical Definition
Τρύφαινα Trýphaina (troo'-fahee-nah) Tryphaena N:N-F-P
from τρυφή
Tryphena.
- luxurious
- Tryphæna, a Christian woman
| Form | Translated As | In Verse(s) |
|---|---|---|
| Τρύφαιναν | Tryphena | Rom.16.12 |
Abbott-Smith
Τρύφαινα, -ης, ἡ
Tryphæna: Ro 16:12 (v. Lft., Phl., 175 f.; MM, xxv).†
Abbott-Smith References
| Book | Refs |
|---|---|
| Romans | 16:12 |
Profile
Female • Christian woman in Rome greeted by Paul
Woman living at the time of the New Testament
Tryphaena was a Christian woman in Rome to whom Paul sent greetings in his letter to the Romans.
- A woman living at the time of the New Testament, only mentioned at Rom.16.12;
- only referred to as Tryphaena Τρύφαινα.
Tryphaena is mentioned briefly in Romans 16:12 as one of the Christian women in Rome to whom Paul sends greetings. She is described as one who "worked hard in the Lord," indicating her dedication and service to the church. Paul's greeting suggests that Tryphaena was a prominent member of the Roman Christian community and had labored diligently for the cause of Christ. No other details are provided about her background or specific role in the church. The mention of Tryphaena, along with other women such as Tryphosa and Persis, highlights the significant contributions of women in the early church and their partnership in the gospel ministry.
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