Who were Aquila and Priscilla?
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Aquila and Priscilla (often called Prisca) were a Jewish-Christian married couple who became close coworkers of Paul. They hosted churches in their home, mentored Apollos, and risked their lives for Paul.
They first met Paul in Corinth, both expelled from Rome by Emperor Claudius. They were tentmakers, the same trade as Paul.
Priscilla is often listed first — unusual in that culture. They served together as a teaching team. With Apollos they "explained the way of God more accurately."
They model marriage as ministry partnership — using their home, trade, and travels to advance the gospel.
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Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.