Philemon 1:8
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Wherefore, though I might be much bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient,
- King James Bible "Authorized Version", Cambridge Edition
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Other Translations of Philemon 1:8
- King James Version (1611) - View 1611 Bible Scan
Therefore, though I have enough confidence in Christ to order you {to do} what is proper,
- New American Standard Version (1995)
Wherefore, though I have all boldness in Christ to enjoin thee that which is befitting,
- American Standard Version (1901)
And so, though I might, in the name of Christ, give you orders to do what is right,
- Basic English Bible
Wherefore having much boldness in Christ to enjoin thee what is fitting,
- Darby Bible
Wherefore though I have much confidence in Christ Jesus, to command thee that which is to the purpose:
- Douay Rheims Bible
Wherefore, though I might be very bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient.
- Webster's Bible
Therefore, though I might with Christ's authority speak very freely and order you to do what is fitting,
- Weymouth Bible
Therefore, though I have all boldness in Christ to command you that which is appropriate,
- World English Bible
For which thing Y hauynge myche trist in Crist Jhesu, to comaunde to thee that that perteyneth to profit;
- Wycliffe Bible
Wherefore, having in Christ much boldness to command thee that which is fit --
- Youngs Literal Bible
View Wesley's Notes for Philemon 1:8
1:8 I might be bold in Christ - Through the authority he hath given me.
View People's Bible Notes for Philemon 1:8
Phm 1:8 Wherefore. After this introduction Paul states the purpose of the letter. Though I might be very bold in Christ. As an apostle, and as the one who gave Philemon the gospel, he had the right to enjoin thee that which is convenient. To command what is befitting.
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