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Philemon

Philemon, a Christian from Colossae to whom Paul wrote a letter appealing for the reconciliation with his runaway slave, Onesimus.

The name Philemon means “who kisses”

MaleNew Testament eraNew Testament1 book8 verses

Summary

A man living at the time of the New Testament, first mentioned at Philemon 1:1; referred to as Philemon (Φιλήμων).

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Philemon (Person)

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Mentions

Includes 6 verses that refer to Philemon without naming them, as “he”, “she”, or the subject of a verb.

  1. Philemon 1:1
    Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, To Philemon our beloved fellow worker,
  2. Philemon 1:2Referred to, not named
    …to Apphia our sister, to Archippus our fellow soldier, and to the church that meets at your house:
  3. Philemon 1:3Referred to, not named
    Grace and peace to you from God our Father and the Lord Jesus Christ.
  4. Philemon 1:4Referred to, not named
    I always thank my God, remembering you in my prayers,
  5. Philemon 1:5Referred to, not named
    …because I hear about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints.
  6. Philemon 1:6Referred to, not named
    I pray that your partnership in the faith may become effective as you fully acknowledge every good thing that is ours in Christ.
  7. Philemon 1:7Referred to, not named
    I take great joy and encouragement in your love, because you, brother, have refreshed the hearts of the saints.
  8. Philemon 1:25
    The grace of the Lord Jesus Christ be with your spirit.