Κάρπος (Karpos)
Karpos
Carpus
Quick Reference
- Language
- Koine Greek
- Testament
- New Testament
- Occurrences
- 1 verses
- Root
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Word Overview
The name Karpos appears only once in the New Testament, in 2 Timothy 4:13. It is not a theological term but a personal name, identifying a specific individual known to the Apostle Paul. The Greek word literally means "fruit," yet in this context, it functions as a proper noun for a Christian living in Troas.
Paul’s brief mention of Karpos reveals a practical detail of early church life: he asks Timothy to bring his cloak and scrolls when he arrives. This single reference highlights the personal connections and logistical needs that sustained ministry in the first century, grounding the biblical narrative in real human relationships rather than abstract concepts.
Based on public-domain lexicons (Strong's, Thayer, Gesenius, Brown-Driver-Briggs and others).
What This Word Means for Your Faith
The name Karpos appears only once in Scripture, tucked into a practical request from Paul to Timothy. While the Greek word literally means "fruit," here it is simply the name of a person who hosted or cared for Paul’s belongings in Troas. This single mention reminds us that the spread of the Gospel relied on ordinary people opening their homes and hearts to the needs of others.
It is comforting to see that even great leaders like Paul depended on friends for everyday items like cloaks and scrolls. Your own quiet acts of hospitality and support are part of this same story. God uses these small, faithful connections to sustain His work in the world.
How it's translated
How this word is rendered word-by-word in the 1 verses where it appears, by frequency.
- Carpus,1×
Forms in the text
The inflected forms of this word as they appear in Scripture, by frequency.
- Κάρπῳ,1×
Key Verses
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II Timothy 4:13
Bring the cloak that I left at Troas with Carpus when you come—and the books, especially the parchments.
This verse identifies Karpos as a specific individual in Troas who held Paul’s cloak and books, showing how early Christians supported ministry through practical care.