Trophimos was a figure from ancient history, known primarily as a companion of the Apostle Paul. He is mentioned in the New Testament of the Bible, specifically in the Book of Acts, where he is noted for traveling with Paul during his missionary journeys. Trophimos was from Ephesus, a city in Asia Minor, and he played a role in the early spread of Christianity. In the biblical narrative, Trophimos is significant because he was involved in a controversial incident that led to Paul's arrest in Jerusalem. Some Jews mistakenly believed that Paul had brought Trophimos into the temple, which was against Jewish law. This misunderstanding contributed to the tensions between early Christians and Jewish authorities during that time.