"Do thy diligence to come before winter. Eubulus greeteth thee, and Pudens, and Linus, and Claudia, and all the brethren."
Biblical Name · Greek Origin
Linus Meaning in the Bible
Linus
boy
Linus means "Flax; Linen", a boy's name of Greek origin. Linus appears in the King James Bible, and 2 Timothy 4:21 is the passage most often tied to it. Linus shows that the greatest leaders often start as simple names in a greeting — faithfulness in small things leads to great responsibility.
Is Linus in the Bible?
Yes — Linus appears in the King James Bible, including 2 Timothy 4:21.
Pronunciation:/LY-nus/
OriginGreek
MeaningFlax; Linen
What does Linus mean?
Linus is a boy name of Greek origin meaning "Flax; Linen". Linus was an early Christian in Rome who sent greetings to Timothy through Paul. Early church tradition identifies him as the second bishop of Rome after Peter. From a simple greeting in a letter, Linus became a pillar of the early church.
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What does Linus mean in the Bible?
Linus means "Flax; Linen" and is a name of Greek origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Linus appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Linus is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with 2 Timothy 4:21. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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Which books of the Bible mention Linus?
Linus is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Linus?
Linus shows that the greatest leaders often start as simple names in a greeting — faithfulness in small things leads to great responsibility.
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Linus name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Linus
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Linus?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Linus?
You can read every verse where Linus appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.