"Erastus abode at Corinth: but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick."
Biblical Name · Greek Origin
Erastus Meaning in the Bible
Erastus
boy
Erastus means "Beloved; Desired", a boy's name of Greek origin. Erastus appears in the King James Bible, and 2 Timothy 4:20 is the passage most often tied to it. Erastus serves where stationed — the city chamberlain who salutes the saints, the beloved worker faithful in the place God assigns.
Is Erastus in the Bible?
Yes — Erastus appears in the King James Bible, including 2 Timothy 4:20.
Pronunciation:/eh-RAS-tus/
OriginGreek
MeaningBeloved; Desired
What does Erastus mean?
Erastus is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Beloved; Desired". Erastus was Paul's fellow worker — beloved in the ministry. 'Erastus abode at Corinth: but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick.' Erastus served faithfully where God stationed him, beloved by the apostle and useful to the church.
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What does Erastus mean in the Bible?
Erastus means "Beloved; Desired" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Erastus was Paul's fellow worker — beloved in the ministry. 'Erastus abode at Corinth: but Trophimus have I left at Miletum sick.' Erastus served faithfully where God stationed him, beloved by the apostle and useful to the church.
Where does Erastus appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Erastus is connected to 2 key passages in the King James Bible, beginning with 2 Timothy 4:20. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"Gaius mine host, and of the whole church, saluteth you. Erastus the chamberlain of the city saluteth you, and Quartus a brother."
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Which books of the Bible mention Erastus?
Erastus is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Erastus?
Erastus serves where stationed — the city chamberlain who salutes the saints, the beloved worker faithful in the place God assigns.
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Erastus name meaning: frequently asked questions
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Erastus?
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