Salute Herodion my kinsman. Greet them that be of the household of Narcissus, which are in the Lord.

ROMANS 16:11KJV
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Romans 16:11 (KJV)

What does Romans 16:11 mean?

Romans 16:11 is a greeting from Paul, asking the believers in Rome to greet Herodion, whom he calls his kinsman, and also to greet those who belong to the household of Narcissus who are "in the Lord." Paul is recognizing specific individuals and groups among the Roman Christians, showing personal connection and care.

Paul, the writer of Romans, is finishing his letter with a series of personal greetings to people he knows in the Roman church. By calling Herodion his "kinsman," Paul likely means a fellow Jew or someone from his own tribe or family. The mention of the household of Narcissus "which are in the Lord" suggests that not everyone in that household was a believer, but Paul wants to honor those who are. This verse shows Paul's attention to individuals and his desire to encourage and include all who follow Christ, even within larger households or groups.

Where else these words appear

“kinsman” Greek G4773 · used in 12 verses

  • Mark 6:4 But Jesus said unto them, A prophet is not without honour, but in his own country, and among his own kin, and in his own house.
  • Luke 2:44 But they, supposing him to have been in the company, went a day's journey; and they sought him among their kinsfolk and acquaintance.
  • Acts 10:24 And the morrow after they entered into Caesarea. And Cornelius waited for them, and had called together his kinsmen and near friends.

“Salute” Greek G782 · used in 49 verses

  • Matthew 5:47 And if ye salute your brethren only, what do ye more than others? do not even the publicans so?
  • Romans 16:8 Greet Amplias my beloved in the Lord.
  • Philippians 4:22 All the saints salute you, chiefly they that are of Caesar's household.