The meaning of “σύνδουλος”
Understanding sýndoulos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
fellowservant. - a co-slave, i.e. servitor or ministrant of the same master (human or divine)
σύνδουλος
fellowservant. - a co-slave, i.e. servitor or ministrant of the same master (human or divine)
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Matthew 18:31 | “So when his fellowservants saw what was done, they were very sorry, and came and told unto their lord all that was done.” Word: σύνδουλος (sýndoulos) | |
| Colossians 4:7 | “All my state shall Tychicus declare unto you, who is a beloved brother, and a faithful minister and fellowservant in the Lord:” Word: σύνδουλος (sýndoulos) | |
| Revelation 19:10 | “And I fell at his feet to worship him. And he said unto me, See thou do it not: I am thy fellowservant, and of thy brethren that have the testimony of Jesus: worship God: for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.” Word: σύνδουλος (sýndoulos) |