What does the Bible say about Aquila and Priscilla?

Aquila and Priscilla, also known as Prisca, were a married couple who played a vital role in the early church. They are first introduced in Acts 18:2 as Jews who had recently come to Corinth from Italy after Emperor Claudius commanded all Jews to leave Rome. Aquila was a tentmaker by trade, and Paul, sharing the same occupation, stayed and worked with them (Acts 18:3).

This couple accompanied Paul from Corinth to Ephesus (Acts 18:18–19), where they remained and became key figures in the church. In Ephesus, they encountered Apollos, a learned and eloquent man who knew only the baptism of John. Aquila and Priscilla took him aside and “explained to him the way of God more accurately” (Acts 18:26). Their instruction helped Apollos become a more effective witness for Christ.

Paul mentions them in several of his epistles with great affection. In Romans 16:3–4, he writes, “Greet Priscilla and Aquila, my fellow workers in Christ Jesus, who risked their own necks for my life.” He notes that not only he, but also all the churches of the Gentiles give thanks for them. In 1 Corinthians 16:19, Paul says, “Aquila and Priscilla greet you heartily in the Lord, with the church that is in their house,” showing their continued hospitality and role in hosting and supporting the local church.

They are also mentioned in 2 Timothy 4:19 near the end of Paul’s life, indicating their enduring faith and fellowship in the Gospel.

Aquila and Priscilla exemplify godly partnership in marriage and ministry. They are remembered for their hospitality, sound doctrine, boldness, and dedication to the cause of Christ. Their home was a hub for Christian teaching, and their lives reflect the fruitfulness of faithful service as a couple united in the Lord.

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