But withal (αμα δε). Along with your kindly reception of Onesimus. On αμα, see Ac 24:26; 27:40.

A lodging …

But withal. Or, at the same time—ama. While you are granting this favor, do me also another by preparing a lodging for m…

Philemon 1:21–25 contain the conclusion of the Epistle—hope to visit Philemon soon, salutation, and blessing.

Confid…

Here the suggestion of an imminent visit lends more weight to Paul’s hints and requests. The hope expressed in these words seems to imply that the …

But at the same time prepare for me a lodging. This confidence must have powerfully excited and moved Philemon; and next, he offers him th…

But withal prepare me also a lodging
Not that the apostle expected or desired any grand apartment to be fitted up fo…

When we speak of the nature of any sin or offense against God, its evil is not to be lessened; but in a penitent sinner, as God covers it, so must …

1. Having expre ed his confidence in Philemon’s goodne , Paul now states his request.

   He first indicates the person on whose behalf h…