1 Corinthians 16:20

20 All the friends here say hello. Pass the greetings around with holy embraces!

1 Corinthians 16:20 Meaning and Commentary

1 Corinthians 16:20

All the brethren greet you
Either the brethren, the members of the church at Ephesus; or the apostle's brethren in the ministry, that were along with him, as Sosthenes and others; or the brethren that were come to him from Corinth, namely Stephanas, Fortunatus, and Achaicus:

greet ye one another with an holy kiss; (See Gill on Romans 16:16).

1 Corinthians 16:20 In-Context

18 They've refreshed me by keeping me in touch with you. Be proud that you have people like this among you.
19 The churches here in western Asia send greetings. Aquila, Priscilla, and the church that meets in their house say hello.
20 All the friends here say hello. Pass the greetings around with holy embraces!
21 And I, Paul - in my own handwriting! - send you my regards.
22 If anyone won't love the Master, throw him out. Make room for the Master!
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