King James Bible
"But neither Titus, who was with me, being a Greek, was compelled to be circumcised:"
Paul introduces Titus as his traveling companion to Jerusalem, emphasizing their close partnership in ministry. This personal reference establishes Titus as a test case in the early church's debate over Gentile inclusion. Titus's Greek identity marks him as a Gentile, making him an outsider to Jewish covenant practices. This ethnic designation was central to the controversy over whether non-Jews needed to adopt Jewish customs to join the Christian community. Despite pressure from some Jewish Christians, the Jerusalem leaders did not force Titus to undergo circumcision. This decision represented a crucial victory for Paul's gospel of grace, affirming that Gentiles could be full members of God's people without first becoming Jews.