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Rome

Capital of the Roman Empire and the destination of Paul's longest journey — where he wrote four of his letters under house arrest and where tradition says he was martyred.

Rome was the political and cultural center of the empire. Paul wrote to its church before he had even visited, and Romans became his fullest exposition of the gospel.

He finally reached Rome as a prisoner. From two years of house arrest came Ephesians, Philippians, Colossians, and Philemon. Tradition holds that he was eventually executed there under Nero, leaving a letter (2 Timothy) of farewell.

Key verses BSB · Public Domain (CC0)

Romans 1:7 “To all in Rome who are loved by God and called to be saints: Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.” Acts 28:16 “When we arrived in Rome, Paul was permitted to stay by himself, with a soldier to guard him.”

Original BibleDawn entry. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.