Philemon 1:8 “So although in Christ I am bold enough to order you to do what is prop…”

Philemon 1:8

So although in Christ I am bold enough to order you to do what is proper,

Berean Standard Bible

Other translations

King James Version

Wherefore, though I might be much bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient,

World English Bible

Therefore though I have all boldness in Christ to command you that which is appropriate,

American Standard Version

Wherefore, though I have all boldness in Christ to enjoin thee that which is befitting,

Geneva Bible 1599

Wherefore, though I bee very bolde in Christ to commaund thee that which is conuenient,

Darby Translation

Wherefore having much boldness in Christ to enjoin thee what is fitting,

Young's Literal Translation

Wherefore, having in Christ much boldness to command thee that which is fit —

Bible in Basic English

And so, though I might, in the name of Christ, give you orders to do what is right,

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Cross references

“bold”

1 Thessalonians 2:6 2 Corinthians 3:12 2 Corinthians 11:21 1 Thessalonians 2:2 2 Corinthians 10:1 2 Corinthians 10:2

1 Thessalonians 2:6 · BSB

Nor did we seek praise from you or from anyone else, although as apostles of Christ we had authority to demand it.

2 Corinthians 3:12 · BSB

Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold.

2 Corinthians 11:21 · BSB

To my shame I concede that we were too weak for that! Speaking as a fool, however, I can match what anyone else dares to boast about.

1 Thessalonians 2:2 · BSB

As you are aware, we had already endured suffering and shameful treatment in Philippi. But in the face of strong opposition, we were bold in our God to speak to you the gospel of God.

2 Corinthians 10:1 · BSB

Now by the mildness and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am humble when face to face with you, but bold when away.

2 Corinthians 10:2 · BSB

I beg you that when I come I may not need to be as bold as I expect toward those who presume that we live according to the flesh.

“enjoin”

2 Corinthians 10:8

2 Corinthians 10:8 · BSB

For even if I boast somewhat excessively about the authority the Lord gave us for building you up rather than tearing you down, I will not be ashamed.

Also

Ephesians 5:4

Ephesians 5:4 · BSB

Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk, or crude joking, which are out of character, but rather thanksgiving.

Cross references adapted from OpenBible.info (CC BY 4.0) and the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

In context

7I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.

9I prefer to appeal on the basis of love. For I, Paul, am now aged, and a prisoner of Christ Jesus as well.

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