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What does Paul thank God for in his prayers to Philemon?
What does Paul thank God for in his prayers to Philemon?
Who is mentioned as a fellow soldier?
Who is mentioned as a fellow soldier?
Why does Paul choose to appeal to Philemon based on love instead of ordering him?
Why does Paul choose to appeal to Philemon based on love instead of ordering him?
What relationship does Onesimus have with Paul?
What relationship does Onesimus have with Paul?
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Why does Paul want Onesimus to return to Philemon?
Why does Paul want Onesimus to return to Philemon?
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How does Paul describe Onesimus' previous usefulness to Philemon?
How does Paul describe Onesimus' previous usefulness to Philemon?
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How does Paul describe the relationship between Onesimus and Philemon upon his return?
How does Paul describe the relationship between Onesimus and Philemon upon his return?
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What does Paul offer to do if Onesimus owes anything to Philemon?
What does Paul offer to do if Onesimus owes anything to Philemon?
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Who is among the people who send greetings at the end of the text?
Who is among the people who send greetings at the end of the text?
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Study Notes
Paul's Prayer to Philemon
- Paul thanks God for Philemon's love and faith.
Fellow Workers
- Epaphras is mentioned as a fellow soldier.
Paul's Appeal to Philemon
- Paul chooses to appeal to Philemon based on love instead of ordering him because he wants to emphasize the importance of Philemon's voluntary obedience.
Onesimus' Relationship with Paul
- Onesimus is Paul's spiritual child.
Paul's Request for Onesimus' Return
- Paul wants Onesimus to return to Philemon because he wants to fulfill his duty as a slave.
Onesimus' Previous Usefulness to Philemon
- Paul describes Onesimus' previous usefulness to Philemon as "unprofitable" (meaning "useless" or "unhelpful").
The Relationship Between Onesimus and Philemon Upon Return
- Paul describes the relationship between Onesimus and Philemon upon his return as "more than a slave", implying a deeper, spiritual bond.
Paul's Offer to Repay Debts
- Paul offers to repay any debts owed by Onesimus to Philemon.
Final Greetings
- Epaphras, Marcus, Aristarchus, Demas, and Luke are among the people who send greetings at the end of the text.
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Test your knowledge of the verses from the Book of Philemon, specifically Philemon 1:1-25 in the New International Version (NIV) of the Bible. This quiz covers topics such as Paul's letter to Philemon, relationships within the early church, and themes of grace and forgiveness.
