1 Peter 5:13
The church that is at Babylon, elected together with you, saluteth you; and so doth Marcus my son.
Original Language Analysis
Ἀσπάζεται
you saluteth
G782
Ἀσπάζεται
you saluteth
Strong's:
G782
Word #:
1 of 11
to enfold in the arms, i.e., (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to welcome
ἡ
G3588
ἡ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
3 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Βαβυλῶνι
Babylon
G897
Βαβυλῶνι
Babylon
Strong's:
G897
Word #:
5 of 11
babylon, the capitol of chaldaea (literally or figuratively (as a type of tyranny))
συνεκλεκτὴ
elected together with
G4899
συνεκλεκτὴ
elected together with
Strong's:
G4899
Word #:
6 of 11
chosen in company with, i.e., co-elect (fellow christian)
καὶ
and
G2532
καὶ
and
Strong's:
G2532
Word #:
7 of 11
and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
9 of 11
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Historical Context
Babylon likely cryptic reference to Rome. Mark is John Mark, restored to ministry after earlier desertion.
Questions for Reflection
- What does chosen together with you teach about church unity?
- How does Mark's restoration encourage those who've failed in ministry?
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Analysis & Commentary
Peter sends greetings from Babylon (Rome) and Mark. Chosen together with you refers to church. Mark's inclusion shows reconciliation.