The Letter of Paul to Philemon - commentary - interpretation - meaning
The Letter to Philemon is a short yet unique book in the New Testament, written by the Apostle Paul. Paul writes on behalf of Onesimus, a runaway slave of Philemon, who, after meeting Paul in Rome, converted to Christianity. In his letter, Paul asks Philemon to receive Onesimus back, not as a slave, but as a brother in Christ.
Interpretation of Paul's letter to Philemon
interpretation - meaning - commentary - explanation
Philemon "[1] Paul, a prisoner of Jesus Christ, and Timothy our brother, unto Philemon our dearly beloved, and fellowlabourer, [2] And to our beloved Apphia, and Archippus our fellowsoldier, and to the church in thy house: [3] Grace to you, and peace, from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ. [4] I thank my God, making mention of thee always in my prayers, [5] Hearing of thy love and faith, which thou hast toward the Lord Jesus, and toward all saints; [6] That the communication of thy faith may become effectual by the acknowledging of every good thing which is in you in Christ Jesus. [7] For we have great joy and consolation in thy love, because the bowels of the saints are refreshed by thee, brother. [8] Wherefore, though I might be much bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient, [9] Yet for love's sake I rather beseech thee, being such an one as Paul the aged, and now also a prisoner of Jesus Christ.
