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Philemon 1:9 Cross-References
Explore 12 cross-references for Philemon 1:9 from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge, connecting Philemon chapter 1 verse 9 to related passages throughout the Bible.
“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.”
Philemon 1:9 (KJV)
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Commentary on Philemon 1:9
Yet for love's sake I rather beseech thee—διὰ τὴν ἀγάπην (dia tēn agapēn, because of love) μᾶλλον παρακαλῶ (mallon parakalō, rather I appeal/exhort). παρακαλέω (parakaleō, appeal/beseech/encourage) contrasts with ἐπιτάσσω (epitassō, command, v. 8). Paul could command but appeals—not manipulative false humility but profound theology. Gospel creates relationships where authority serves love, not vice versa. Love-based appeals honor the addressee's dignity, inviting willing cooperation rather than demanding grudging compliance.Being such an one as Paul the aged, and now also a prisoner of Jesus C...
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Cross-References for Philemon 1:9
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“brothers”
“the prisoner in the Lord”
“as though God were entreating by us. We beg you on behalf of Christ”
“Paul”
“a prisoner of Christ Jesus”
“and even to gray hairs will I carry you. I have made”
“that I may be restored to you sooner.”
“The hoary head is a crown of glory”
“even when I am old and gray-haired”
“we entreat also that you not receive the grace of God in vain”