Greet Mary, who bestowed much labour on us.
Parallel translations
- WEB Greet Mary, who labored much for us.
- BSB Greet Mary, who has worked very hard for you.
- NKJV Greet Mary, who labored much for us.
- NASB Greet Mary, who has worked hard for you.
- NLT Give my greetings to Mary, who has worked so hard for your benefit.
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Quick answer
Paul greets Mary, who worked hard for the believers. He singles out a woman noted for diligent labor in the church.
Overview
Mary is commended simply but significantly for having 'labored much' on behalf of the Roman believers. The verb implies wearying, devoted toil. Among the many names in this chapter, several women are praised for hard work in the gospel, showing the broad and active participation of believers. Paul's notice of her labor reflects how God values faithful, often unseen, service.
Cross-references & the web
Cross-references · 3
- Matt 27:55And many women were there beholding afar off, which followed Jesus from Galilee, ministering unto him:
- 1 Tim 5:10Well reported of for good works; if she have brought up children, if she have lodged strangers, if she have washed the saints’ feet, if she have relieved the afflicted, if she have diligently followed every good work.
- Rom 16:12Salute Tryphena and Tryphosa, who labour in the Lord. Salute the beloved Persis, which laboured much in the Lord.
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