Philemon 1
KJ3 Literal Translation — Chapter 1 of 1
Chapter Summary
4 He rejoices to hear of the faith and love of Philemon, 8 whom he desires to forgive Onesimus.
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People & Context
Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy write to Philemon the beloved fellow-worker, Apphia, Archippus the fellow-soldier, and the assembly meet…
Paul thanks God for Philemon, hearing of his love and faith toward the Lord Jesus and all the saints. He prays that the fellowship of Philemon's faith…
Paul has much joy and encouragement over Philemon's love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through him.
Timeline
Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy write to Philemon the beloved fellow-worker, Apphia, Archippus the fellow-soldier, and the assembly meeting in Philemon's house, extending grace and peace.
Philemon 1:1-3Paul thanks God for Philemon, hearing of his love and faith toward the Lord Jesus and all the saints. He prays that the fellowship of Philemon's faith may be effective in full knowledge of every good thing in them for Christ.
Philemon 1:4-6Paul has much joy and encouragement over Philemon's love, because the hearts of the saints have been refreshed through him.
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