Philemon 1:22 But with prepare me also a lodging: for I trust that through your prayers I shall be given to you. It is a known observation that letters do not blush. What men would be ashamed to ask in person, that they are bold enough to ask by letter; and it is as true that the readers of letters do not blush; they are hardy enough to deny that to their absent friends, which they could not refuse them if present. The apostle therefore intimates to Philemon his intention to visit him shortly, who must for that reason be the more inclined to gratify him as not being able to look him in the face and to bear his presence, if he should deny him this small, this reasonable, this importunate request. (Bp. Smalridge.) Parallel Verses KJV: But withal prepare me also a lodging: for I trust that through your prayers I shall be given unto you.WEB: Also, prepare a guest room for me, for I hope that through your prayers I will be restored to you. |
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