Philemon 1:25

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philemon 1:25

Philemon 1:25. Be with your spirit,— 'Υμων, your, is in the plural number, and denotes not Philemon's spirit only, but that of his whole family also, or all the persons addressed in the beginning of the Epistle. See 1 Thessalonians 5:28. We have frequently hinted at the excellence of this Epistle; which must be allowed to be a master-piece in its kind, considered as a merely human composition; how much more so as dictated by the infallible Spirit of God! We could with the learned reader to... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philemon 1:25

be with your spirit — ( :-; :-). read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philemon 1:22-25

IV. CONCLUDING MATTERS vv.22-25 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philemon 1:25

The final benediction is typical of Paul. The "your" is plural in the Greek text and refers to the whole church in Philemon’s house. This is the only occurrence of pneuma ("spirit") in the epistle, and it clearly refers to the human spirit.What happened as a result of this letter? Did Philemon forgive Onesimus? We have no direct record of his response to this letter. However the fact that Philemon preserved this epistle and allowed it to circulate among the churches strongly suggests that he... read more

Charles John Ellicott

Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers - Philemon 1:21-25

Philemon 1:21-25 contain the conclusion of the Epistle—hope to visit Philemon soon, salutation, and blessing.(21) Confidence in thy obedience.—It is curious to notice how, in this conclusion, St. Paul seems to glide, as it were insensibly, out of the tone of entreaty as to an equal, into the authority of a superior. The word “obedience” is found in 2 Corinthians 7:15, there in connection with “fear and trembling.” He preferred to appeal to Philemon’s love; he knew that in any case he could rely... read more

William Nicoll

Expositor's Bible Commentary - Philemon 1:20-25

Chapter 5 Philemon 1:20-25 (R.V.)We have already had occasion to point out that Paul’s pleading with Philemon, and the motives which he adduces, are expressions, on a lower level, of the greatest principles of Christian ethics. If the closing salutations be left out of sight for the moment, there are here three verses, each containing a thought which needs only to be cast into its most general form to show itself as a large Christian truth.I. Philemon 1:20 gives the final moving form of the... read more

Arno Clemens Gaebelein

Arno Gaebelein's Annotated Bible - Philemon 1:1-25

Analysis and Annotation 1. The greeting (Philemon 1:1-3 ) 2. Recognition of Philemon’s faith and love (Philemon 1:4-7 ) 3. Concerning the reception of Onesimus (Philemon 1:8-21 ) 4.The conclusion (Philemon 1:22-25 ) Philemon 1:1-3 He speaks of himself as a prisoner of Christ Jesus; the Lord had made him a prisoner. He addresses Philemon (meaning: friendly, loving), the beloved, and his fellow-laborer. Apphia was probably the wife of Philemon; Archippus is called “fellow soldier”; he... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Philemon 1:21-25

Having confidence in thy obedience I wrote unto thee, knowing that thou wilt also do more than I say. (22) But withal prepare me also a lodging: for I trust that through your prayers I shall be given unto you. (23) There salute thee Epaphras, my fellowprisoner in Christ Jesus; (24) Marcus, Aristarchus, Demas, Lucas, my fellowlabourers. (25) The grace of our Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit. Amen. Written from Rome to Philemon, by Onesimus a servant. I do not think it' needful to detain the... read more

Robert Hawker

Hawker's Poor Man's Commentary - Philemon 1:25

REFLECTIONS READER! do not fail to observe in this short Epistle, short as it is, the wonderful ways and works of God. In the family of Philemon under all the means of grace the heart of Onesimus remains hardened But after his departure and unfaithfulness to his Master the grace of God meets him elsewhere, and the Lord changeth the heart of stone into an heart of flesh. And who of God's redeemed Ones but can say the same? Blessed Jesus, thou art the Brother born for adversity. Do, thou, Lord... read more

Matthew Henry

Matthew Henry's Concise Commentary on the Bible - Philemon 1:23-25

23-25 Never have believers found more enjoyment of God, than when suffering together for him. Grace is the best wish for ourselves and others; with this the apostle begins and ends. All grace is from Christ; he purchased, and he bestows it. What need we more to make us happy, than to have the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ with our spirit? Let us do that now, which we should do at the last breath. Then men are ready to renounce the world, and to prefer the least portion of grace and faith... read more

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