The term "fellow-captive" refers to individuals who share the experience of captivity or exile, often in the context of biblical narratives. This concept is significant in understanding the communal aspects of suffering and endurance among God's people, particularly during periods of judgment and exile.

In the Old Testament, the Babylonian Exile serves as a primary context for the notion of fellow-captives. The people of Judah were taken into captivity by the Babylonians in 586 B.C., as a consequence of their persistent disobedience to God. This event is chronicled in several books, including 2 Kings, 2 Chronicles, and the prophetic writings of Jeremiah and Ezekiel. The shared experience of exile among the Israelites fostered a sense of communal identity and solidarity, as they faced the challenges of living in a foreign land while maintaining their faith and cultural identity.

Jeremiah, often referred to as the "weeping prophet," provides insight into the experience of fellow-captives. In his letter to the exiles in Babylon, he encourages them to seek the welfare of the city where they have been carried away, to build houses, plant gardens, and pray for its peace (Jeremiah 29:4-7). This guidance underscores the importance of perseverance and faithfulness among fellow-captives, even in adverse circumstances.

The New Testament also reflects the theme of fellow-captivity, albeit in a more spiritual sense. The Apostle Paul frequently uses the language of captivity to describe the Christian experience. In Ephesians 4:1, Paul refers to himself as "a prisoner for the Lord" , highlighting the notion of spiritual captivity for the sake of the Gospel. This metaphorical captivity is shared among believers, who are called to endure hardships and persecution for their faith in Christ.

Moreover, the concept of fellow-captivity is evident in the writings of Paul when he speaks of his co-workers and fellow prisoners. In Colossians 4:10, Paul mentions Aristarchus as his "fellow prisoner" , indicating a shared experience of suffering for the cause of Christ. This bond among fellow-captives serves to strengthen the early Christian community, as they support one another in their trials and tribulations.

The idea of fellow-captivity extends beyond physical imprisonment to encompass the spiritual and communal aspects of the Christian journey. Believers are called to bear one another's burdens (Galatians 6:2), reflecting the shared experience of captivity to sin and the subsequent liberation through Christ. This shared journey fosters unity and mutual support among the faithful, as they navigate the challenges of living in a fallen world.

In summary, the concept of fellow-captive in the Bible highlights the communal nature of suffering and endurance among God's people, whether in the historical context of exile or the spiritual journey of the Christian faith. This shared experience serves to strengthen the bonds of community and faithfulness, as believers support one another in their walk with God.4869. sunaichmalotos -- a fellow prisoner
... prisoner. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: sunaichmalotos Phonetic Spelling:
(soon-aheekh-mal'-o-tos) Short Definition: a fellow captive Definition: a ...
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Antony, However, According to his Custom, Returned Alone to his ...
... So he again ministered as usual to the confessors, and as though he were their fellow
captive he laboured in his ministry. f[1088] ad303-311. c47. ...
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1 Timothy v. 8
... Thou art detained, and hast become his fellow-captive, and hast been alike estranged
from the world. It is of great benefit even to see the poor. ...
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Fellow-captive (2 Occurrences)
Fellow-captive. Fellow-bondmen, Fellow-captive. Fellow-captives .
Multi-Version Concordance Fellow-captive (2 Occurrences). ...
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Nephew (5 Occurrences)
... Colossians 4:10 Salute you doth Aristarchus, my fellow-captive, and Marcus, the
nephew of Barnabas, (concerning whom ye did receive commands -- if he may come ...
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Fellow-captives (1 Occurrence)
Fellow-captives. Fellow-captive, Fellow-captives. Fellow-citizen . Multi-Version
Concordance ... (DBY YLT). Fellow-captive, Fellow-captives. Fellow-citizen > ...
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Fellow-bondmen (4 Occurrences)
Fellow-bondmen. Fellow-bondman, Fellow-bondmen. Fellow-captive . Multi-Version
Concordance ... (DBY). Fellow-bondman, Fellow-bondmen. Fellow-captive . ...
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Aristar'chus (6 Occurrences)
... Colossians 4:10 Salute you doth Aristarchus, my fellow-captive, and Marcus, the
nephew of Barnabas, (concerning whom ye did receive commands -- if he may come ...
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Salutes (7 Occurrences)
... Colossians 4:10 Aristarchus my fellow-captive salutes you, and Mark, Barnabas's
cousin, concerning whom ye have received orders, (if he come to you, receive him ...
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Commands (216 Occurrences)
... Colossians 4:10 Salute you doth Aristarchus, my fellow-captive, and Marcus, the
nephew of Barnabas, (concerning whom ye did receive commands -- if he may come ...
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