Philemon 1:2

And to our beloved Apphia, and Archippus our fellowsoldier, and to the church in thy house:

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Interpretation

Faith in Christ, and love to him, should unite saints more closely than any outward relation can unite the people of the world. Paul in his private prayers was particular in remembering his friends.

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This thought runs through Philemon 1:1-3.

Philemon 1:1 Philemon 1:2 Philemon 1:3

Glossary

Apphia Person: Increasing, a female Christian at Colosse ( Philemon 1:2 ), supposed by some to have been the wife of Philemon.