Greet one another with a holy kiss.
Parallel translations
- KJV Greet one another with an holy kiss.
- BSB Greet one another with a holy kiss.
- NKJV Greet one another with a holy kiss.
- NASB Greet one another with a holy kiss.
- NLT Greet each other with a sacred kiss.
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Quick answer
Paul urges them to greet one another with a holy kiss. It matters because it calls a fractured church to visible, sincere expressions of reconciled love.
Overview
The 'holy kiss' was a customary greeting of affection and unity among early believers. Coming after warnings about strife, the instruction presses for genuine warmth and restored relationships. It embodies the peace and love Paul has just commended.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 4
- Rom 16:16Greet one another with a holy kiss. The assemblies of Christ greet you.
- 1 Pet 5:14Greet one another with a kiss of love. Peace be to you all who are in Christ Jesus. Amen.
- 1 Th 5:26Greet all the brothers with a holy kiss.
- 1 Cor 16:20All the brothers greet you. Greet one another with a holy kiss.
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