Introduction:
Junia is a biblical figure mentioned in the New Testament, specifically in the Apostle Paul's Epistle to the Romans. Her mention has been the subject of much scholarly discussion, particularly regarding her role and status within the early Christian community.

Biblical Reference:
Junia is referenced in Romans 16:7, where Paul writes, "Greet Andronicus and Junia, my fellow countrymen and fellow prisoners. They are outstanding among the apostles, and they were in Christ before I was" (Berean Standard Bible). This verse is significant as it highlights Junia's prominence and her association with the apostles.

Name and Gender:
The name "Junia" is of Latin origin and is widely recognized as a feminine name. Historically, there has been debate over whether Junia was a woman or if the name should be read as "Junias," a masculine form. However, the overwhelming consensus among early church fathers and modern scholars is that Junia was indeed a woman. The feminine form is supported by the grammatical structure in the Greek text and the historical context of the name.

Role and Status:
Junia is described as "outstanding among the apostles," a phrase that has sparked considerable discussion. The term "apostle" in the New Testament context can refer to the original twelve apostles or to other early Christian missionaries and leaders who were sent out to spread the Gospel. The phrase suggests that Junia was highly regarded within the apostolic community, indicating a significant role in the early Church.

Historical and Theological Implications:
The acknowledgment of Junia as an apostle has important implications for understanding the role of women in the early Church. Her mention by Paul suggests that women held positions of leadership and influence in the nascent Christian movement. This challenges certain modern perceptions of gender roles within the Church and highlights the inclusivity of the early Christian community.

Church Tradition and Interpretation:
Throughout church history, Junia has been recognized as a saint in various Christian traditions. The Eastern Orthodox Church, the Roman Catholic Church, and some Protestant denominations honor her memory. Her feast day is celebrated on May 17 in the Eastern Orthodox Church.

Conclusion:
Junia's mention in Romans 16:7 provides valuable insight into the early Christian community and the roles women played within it. Her recognition as "outstanding among the apostles" underscores the diverse and inclusive nature of the early Church, where both men and women contributed to the spread of the Gospel and the establishment of Christian communities.Junia

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(belonging to Juno), a Christian at Rome, mentioned by St. Paul as one of his kinsfolk and fellow prisoners, of note among the apostles, and in Christ before St. Paul. (Romans 16:7) (A.D. 55).

(Romans 16:7), a Christian at Rome to whom Paul sends salutations along with Andronicus. 2458. Iounias -- Junias, a kinsman of Paul
... Junias, a kinsman of Paul. Part of Speech: Noun, Feminine Transliteration: Iounias
Phonetic Spelling: (ee-oo-nee'-as) Short Definition: Junia Definition: Junia ...
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Letter W
... Hiram G. "Received 1818, Located 1828 * Warner, Horace A. "Received 1830, Located
1837 * Warner, Jesse "Received 1837 * Warner, Junia "Received 1832 ...
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Introduction.
... of the Gentiles had met in Greece and elsewhere: but there are reasons to shew that
some at least of them, such as Andronicus and Junias or Junia [8] and ...
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Rom. xvi. 5
... Ver.7. "Salute Andronicus and Junia my kinsmen.". This also looks like an encomium.
And what follows is much more so. And what sort is this of? ...
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Of the Teachers and Ministers of the Church. Their Election and ...
... The same name, indeed, is given by Paul to Andronicus and Junia, who, he says, were
"of note among the apostles" (Rom.16:7); but when he would speak properly ...
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The Communion of Saints.
... Thus S. Paul sends greeting to certain, who had been converted before himself, in
these words, "Salute Andronicus and Junia who were in Christ before me ...
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The Epistle to the Romans
... twenty-two persons named in verses 6-15, not one can be shown to have been at Ephesus;
while (1) Urbanus, Rufus, Ampliatus, Julia and Junia are specifically ...
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Christianity in Rome.
... Comp. on this subject 26, pp. 254 sqq. [496] Rom. 16:7, "Salute Andronicus and
Junias (or Junia), my kinsmen, and my fellow-prisoners who ... ...
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Junia (1 Occurrence)
... (Romans 16:7), a Christian at Rome to whom Paul sends salutations along with
Andronicus. Multi-Version Concordance Junia (1 Occurrence). ...
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Jungle (4 Occurrences)

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Kinsmen (74 Occurrences)
... Romans 16:7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellow-prisoners, who
are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. ...
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Noted (10 Occurrences)
... Romans 16:7 Give my love to Andronicus and Junia, my relations, who were in prison
with me, who are noted among the Apostles, and who were in Christ before me. ...
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Jumping (14 Occurrences)
... are sent by Paul at the close of his letter to the Romans (Romans 16:7). The name
may be masculine, Junias, a contraction of Junianus, or feminine Junia; it is ...
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Junias (1 Occurrence)

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Latin (2 Occurrences)
... words in the New Testament: In particular Latin proper names like Aquila, Cornelius,
Claudia, Clemens, Crescens, Crispus, Fortunatus, Julia, Junia, etc., even ...
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Imprisonment (15 Occurrences)
... WEY NAS RSV NIV). Romans 16:7 and to Andronicus and Junia, my countrymen,
who once shared my imprisonment. They are of note among ...
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Fellow-prisoners (1 Occurrence)
... Romans 16:7 Salute Andronicus and Junia, my kinsmen, and my fellow-prisoners, who
are of note among the apostles, who also were in Christ before me. ...
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Relations (92 Occurrences)
... Romans 16:7 Give my love to Andronicus and Junia, my relations, who were in prison
with me, who are noted among the Apostles, and who were in Christ before me. ...
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