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Tag Archives: Titus 3:15
Final Greetings in Faith and Grace (Titus 3:15)
Ἀσπάζονταί σε οἱ μετ’ ἐμοῦ πάντες. ἄσπασαι τοὺς φιλοῦντας ἡμᾶς ἐν πίστει. Ἡ χάρις μετὰ πάντων ὑμῶν· ἀμήν. (Titus 3:15)
All those who are with me greet you. Greet those who love us in faith. Grace be with you all. Amen.
This closing verse blends personal affection with communal benediction. It emphasizes Christian fellowship and shared loyalty “in faith,” sealing the letter with a wish for grace and unity.
Koine Greek BreakdownThe sentence structure is simple yet rich in relational language, featuring middle-passive verbs, dative constructions, and an elegant benediction formula.
Present Middle/Passive Indicative: Ἀσπάζονται — “they greet” (reflexive and social in tone) Imperative Middle: ἄσπασαι — “greet!”… Learn Koine Greek