Philemon 1:8

In 9 translations

BSB

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

KJV

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

WEB

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

ASV

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

LSV

For this reason, having in Christ much boldness to command you that which is fit—

YLT

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

DBY

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

DRC

Wherefore though I have much confidence in Christ Jesus, to command thee that which is to the purpose:

GNV

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

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Original-language editions

SBLGNT

Διό, πολλὴν ἐν Χριστῷ παρρησίαν ἔχων ἐπιτάσσειν σοι τὸ ἀνῆκον,

RP2018

Διὸ πολλὴν ἐν χριστῷ παρρησίαν ἔχων ἐπιτάσσειν σοι τὸ ἀνῆκον,

TR-Boyd

Διὸ πολλὴν ἐν Χριστῷ παρρησίαν ἔχων ἐπιτάσσειν σοι τὸ ἀνῆκον,

SCR1894

διο πολλην εν χριστω παρρησιαν εχων επιτασσειν σοι το ανηκον

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• 1 Thessalonians 2:6Nor did we seek praise from you or from anyone else, although as apostles of Christ we had authority to demand it.
• 2 Corinthians 10:8For 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.
• 2 Corinthians 3:12Therefore, since we have such a hope, we are very bold.
• 2 Corinthians 11:21To 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 2:2As 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.
• Ephesians 5:4Nor should there be obscenity, foolish talk, or crude joking, which are out of character, but rather thanksgiving.
• 2 Corinthians 10:1–2Now 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. I beg you that when I come I may not need to be as bold as I expect toward those who…

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