腓利门书 1:8
Wherefore, though I might be much bold in Christ to enjoin thee that which is convenient,
Context
This verse from 腓利门书 Chapter 1 connects to 8 cross-references. 保罗最短的书信——为从保罗手下逃走、如今已在狱中信主的奴隶阿尼西母，向腓利门求情。保罗求腓利门接待阿尼西母，不再把他当奴仆，而是当亲爱的弟兄，愿意代他偿还所欠的，并相信腓利门必定多做。
其他译本
Wherefore, though I have all boldness in Christ to enjoin thee that which is befitting,
Wherefore, having in Christ much boldness to command thee that which is fit--
And so, though I might, in the name of Christ, give you orders to do what is right,
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