Tychichus was a "dear brother, faithful minister and fellow servant". So he is characterised by relationship with Paul, what he does, and who he is. He was sent by Paul to inform the Colossians of Paul's circumstances and to encourage them. Onesimus (see letter to Philemon) would also come along with Tychicus.
Paul was not alone in prison, but Aristarchus was also there with hi, as was Mark. Both Jews and Gentiles worked alongside Paul.
Epaphras wrestled in prayer for the Colossians, in order that they may stand firm and mature.
Luke is the one who wrote the third gospel and the book of Acts, and this shows how he had such a good knowledge of events in order to write Acts.
The letter was to be sent to other churches in the area.
The letter itself was probably written by a scribe, but Paul signed the end himself to authenticate it.
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