Romans 16:2 web — that you receive her in the Lord, in a way worthy of the saints, and that you assist her in whatever matter she may nee…

World English Bible

"that you receive her in the Lord, in a way worthy of the saints, and that you assist her in whatever matter she may need from you, for she herself also has been a helper of many, and of my own self."

— Romans 16:2, World English Bible

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Romans 16 — Context

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I commend to you Phoebe, our sister, who is a servant of the assembly that is at Cenchreae,

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that you receive her in the Lord, in a way worthy of the saints, and that you assist her in whatever matter she may need from you, for she herself also has been a helper of many, and of my own self.

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Greet Prisca and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus,

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who for my life, laid down their own necks; to whom not only I give thanks, but also all the assemblies of the Gentiles.

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Greet the assembly that is in their house. Greet Epaenetus, my beloved, who is the first fruits of Achaia to Christ.

Romans 16:2 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Romans 16:2 say?
Romans 16:2 in the World English Bible reads: “that you receive her in the Lord, in a way worthy of the saints, and that you assist her in whatever matter she may need from you, for she herself also has been a helper of many, and of my own self.”
Where is Romans 16:2 in the Bible?
Romans 16:2 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Romans, chapter 16, verse 2.
Who wrote Romans?
Romans is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle. It was written c. AD 56–57.
What is the book of Romans about?
Romans is Paul's most systematic exposition of the gospel — the universal need for salvation, justification by faith in Christ, the new life of the Spirit, the place of Israel in God's plan, and the practical shape of a transformed community. The most influential letter in church history.
What are the major themes of Romans?
Romans explores themes including Righteousness by Faith, Sin, Grace, Spirit-Filled Life, Israel, Christian Living. These themes shape the meaning and context of Romans 16:2.
What translation should I read Romans 16:2 in?
Romans 16:2 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Romans 16:2?
Romans 16:2 reads (WEB): “that you receive her in the Lord, in a way worthy of the saints, and that you assist her in whatever matter she may need from you, for she herself also has been a helper of many, and of my own self.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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