He longed after (επιποθων ην). Periphrastic imperfect of επιποθεω , "he was yearning after."

You all (παντ…

For he longed after you all. He was desirous to see you all, and to relieve your anxiety in regard to his safety.

The word "heavine…

For he longed after you all...—The two clauses of the verse are distinct from each other. St. Paul’s fir…

The verb “longs for” (GK 2160) expresses Epaphroditus’s intense desire. It had been used to describe Paul’s own feelings toward the Philippians in …

He longed after you. It is a sign of a true pastor that while he was at a great distance and willingly detained by a pious engagement, he …

For he longed after you
This verse and (Philippians 2:28) contain the reasons of the apostle's sending h…

It is best for us when our duty becomes natural to us. Naturally, that is, sincerely, and not in pretense only; with a willing heart and upright vi…

Previously, the Apostle exhorted them to do works leading to salvation; here he teaches them how. First, he teaches them the way to perform these w…