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Who was Titus in The Scriptures?
Titus in the Bible was a Gentile convert of the Apostle Paul, who according to tradition was made bishop or overseer of the island of Crete.
The Book of Titus in the Bible is a letter from the Apostle Paul to him about the requirements of God for the Church in his care.
The name Titus (Greek: Τίτος, Titos)
| Aspect | Explanation |
|---|---|
| Language Origin | Latin |
| Meaning | Often linked to “honorable,” “defender,” “strong,” “title of honor,” or “protector.” |
| Greek Form | Τίτος (Titos) |
| Latin Root | Connected to titulus — meaning “title,” “honor,” or “inscription” |
| Roman Usage | Common Roman name; also used among noble families |
Quick Facts About Titus From The Bible
- Titus was a Greek Gentile.
- Because Titus was Greek—he had not grown up worshiping the God of the Bible.
- As a Greek, Titus was “not compelled to be circumcised.
- There's a book in the Bible with his name, written by the Apostle Paul in AD 63 - 66.
- Titus was also one of at least two younger men that Paul discipled.
- Titus is believed to be a Gentile converted to Christianity by Paul.
- As a Gentile (Galatians 2:3) who was led to faith in Christ by Paul, Titus became a bishop or overseer in The Church of the Island of Crete and was commissioned to appoint elders in the Book of Titus.
- Titus was one of earliest ministry partners of Paul and likely the longest partner of the Apostle Paul.
Who was Titus' Father?
Titus's bioligical father was a Greek man and we know nothing about his faith.
The Apostle Paul however, was considered to be Titus' spiritual father as mentioned in Titus 1: 4 To Titus, my true son in a common faith: Grace and peace from God the Father and Christ Jesus our Savior.
When Did Titus Die?
- Some believe that Titus died at the age of ninety-four.
- Others believe that he died at 97 years old.
From The Bible: The 1st Chapter of Apostle Paul's Letter To Titus
- Paul, a servant of God, and an apostle of Jesus Christ, according to the faith of God's elect, and the acknowledging of the truth which is after godliness;
- 2 In hope of eternal life, which God, that cannot lie, promised before the world began;
- 3 But hath in due times manifested his word through preaching, which is committed unto me according to the commandment of God our Saviour;
- 4 To Titus, mine own son after the common faith: Grace, mercy, and peace, from God the Father and the Lord Jesus Christ our Saviour.
- 5 For this cause left I thee in Crete, that thou shouldest set in order the things that are wanting, and ordain elders in every city, as I had appointed thee:
- 6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly.
- 7 For a bishop must be blameless, as the steward of God; not selfwilled, not soon angry, not given to wine, no striker, not given to filthy lucre;
- 8 But a lover of hospitality, a lover of good men, sober, just, holy, temperate;
- 9 Holding fast the faithful word as he hath been taught, that he may be able by sound doctrine both to exhort and to convince the gainsayers.
- 10 For there are many unruly and vain talkers and deceivers, specially they of the circumcision:
- 11 Whose mouths must be stopped, who subvert whole houses, teaching things which they ought not, for filthy lucre's sake.
- 12 One of themselves, even a prophet of their own, said, the Cretians are alway liars, evil beasts, slow bellies.
- 13 This witness is true. Wherefore rebuke them sharply, that they may be sound in the faith;
- 14 Not giving heed to Jewish fables, and commandments of men, that turn from the truth.
- 15 Unto the pure all things are pure: but unto them that are defiled and unbelieving is nothing pure; but even their mind and conscience is defiled.
- 16 They profess that they know God; but in works they deny him, being abominable, and disobedient, and unto every good work reprobate.
Timeline On The Life and Ministry of Titus
Event Approx. Year Basis for Estimate Conversion under Paul c. AD 45–50 Paul's early mission in Corinth and Galatia (Galatians 2:1–3) Council of Jerusalem c. AD 50–52 Acts 15 timeline; Paul's visit to Jerusalem and discussion of Gentile circumcision Missionary companion work c. AD 50–56 Paul's letters (2 Corinthians 8–9), traveling with him on second mission Corinth collection oversight c. AD 56–58 2 Corinthians 8:6–23; Paul's correspondence with Corinthian church Pastoral appointment in Crete c. AD 56–60 Titus 1:5–9; likely after Corinth mission and before Paul’s imprisonment in Rome Continued leadership / travels c. AD 62–64 2 Timothy 4:10; references Titus’ work after Paul’s release from earlier imprisonment Final work / death Unknown (tradition: AD 70s) Early church tradition; no biblical record of death or later ministry
Who was Titus in the Bible? The Biblical Titus was a Greek Christian convert who was one of the young men that the Apostle Paul discipled during the time of his ministry into strong leadership positions in the Church.
