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Εὔβουλος (Euboulos)

Euboulos

Eubulus

G2103 · Greek · New Testament · 1 verses

Quick Reference

Language
Koine Greek
Testament
New Testament
Occurrences
1 verses
Root
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Word Overview

The name Euboulos appears only once in the New Testament, listed among those sending greetings in 2 Timothy 4:21. It identifies a specific individual, likely a Christian associate of Paul in Rome, rather than conveying a theological concept or abstract quality.

Etymologically, the name combines eu ("good") and boulos ("counsel"), meaning "of good counsel" or "prudent." While such names were common in the ancient world to express desired character traits, the biblical text uses it simply as a proper noun. It serves as a reminder that the early church included many unnamed believers whose faithful presence supported the apostolic mission.

Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).

What This Word Means for Your Faith

The name Euboulos appears just once in Scripture, tucked into a final greeting in 2 Timothy 4:21. Paul lists him alongside Pudens, Linus, and Claudia as fellow believers sending warm regards. This brief mention reminds us that the early church was built on the quiet faithfulness of many individuals whose names we may never fully know.

While Euboulos himself is not a theological concept, his name means "of good counsel." In a world often filled with confusion, this serves as a gentle reminder of the value of wise, thoughtful guidance. We can look to such examples from history and pray for wisdom in our own lives, trusting that God provides the counsel we need through His people.

May you find encouragement in knowing that your faithful presence, like Euboulos’s, contributes to the broader mission of the church. Even small acts of loyalty and greeting carry weight in God’s eyes.

How it's translated

How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.

  • Eubulus1×

Forms in the text

The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.

  • Εὔβουλος1×

Key Verses

  • II Timothy 4:21
    Be diligent to come before winter. Eubulus salutes you, as do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers.

    This verse uniquely identifies Euboulos as one of Paul's associates in Rome, highlighting the communal nature of early Christian fellowship.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Euboulos mean?

Euboulos is a Greek proper name meaning "of good counsel" or "prudent." It combines the words for "good" and "counsel," reflecting a desirable character trait in the ancient world.

Who was Euboulos in the Bible?

Euboulos is mentioned only once in the New Testament, in 2 Timothy 4:21. He was likely a Christian associate of the Apostle Paul living in Rome during his imprisonment.

Why is Euboulos important to know?

His mention highlights the many unnamed believers who supported the apostolic mission. It reminds us that faithfulness in small, everyday interactions—like sending greetings—is valuable to God and the church.

Every Occurrence (1 verses across 1 books)

II Timothy 1 verse
II Timothy 4:21

Be diligent to come before winter. Eubulus salutes you, as do Pudens, Linus, Claudia, and all the brothers.