1 Masters, render unto your servants that which is just and equal; knowing that ye also have a Master in heaven.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Masters G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Masters G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- give G3930 (παρέχω) — to hold near, i.e. present, afford, exhibit,
furnish occasion
- unto G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- unto G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary;
frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or
subserviency)
- servants G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- servants G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary;
frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or
subserviency)
- that which is just G1342 (δίκαιος) — equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent,
holy (absolutely or relatively)
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- equal G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- equal G2471 (ἰσότης) — likeness (in condition or proportion); by implication,
equity
- knowing G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- a Master G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the
sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication,
happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel
(Christianity)
2 Continue stedfastly in prayer, watching therein with thanksgiving;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Continue G4342 (προσκαρτερέω) — to be earnest towards, i.e. (to a thing) to
persevere, be constantly diligent, or (in a place) to attend
assiduously all the exercises, or (to a person) to ad…
- in prayer G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in prayer G4335 (προσευχή) — prayer (worship); by implication, an oratory (chapel)
- and watch G1127 (γρηγορεύω) — to keep awake, i.e. watch (literally or figuratively)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- thanksgiving G2169 (εὐχαριστία) — gratitude; actively, grateful language (to God, as an act
of worship)
3 withal praying for us also, that God may open unto us a door for the word, to speak the mystery of Christ, for which I am also in bonds;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Withal G260 (ἅμα) — properly, at the "same" time, but freely used as a
preposition or adverb denoting close association
- praying G4336 (προσεύχομαι) — to pray to God, i.e. supplicate, worship
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- for G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around;
figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place,
cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
- us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- would open G455 (ἀνοίγω) — to open up (literally or figuratively, in
various applications)
- unto us G1473 (ἐγώ)
- a door G2374 (θύρα) — a portal or entrance (the
opening or the closure, literally or figuratively)
- of utterance G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of utterance G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
- the mystery G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the mystery G3466 (μυστήριον) — a secret or "mystery"
(through the idea of silence imposed by initiation into religious
rites)
- of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- for G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- which G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- I am G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or
figuratively)
- in bonds G1210 (δέω) — to bind (in various applications, literally or
figuratively)
4 that I may make it manifest, as I ought to speak.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- That G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- I may make G5319 (φανερόω) — to render apparent (literally or figuratively)
- it G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- manifest G5319 (φανερόω) — to render apparent (literally or figuratively)
- as G5613 (ὡς) — which how, i.e. in that
manner (very variously used, as follows)
- I G1473 (ἐγώ)
- ought G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter
active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was,
etc.) necessary (as binding)
- to speak G2980 (λαλέω) — to talk, i.e. utter
words
5 Walk in wisdom toward them that are without, redeeming the time.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Walk G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large
(especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport
oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- wisdom G4678 (σοφία) — wisdom (higher or lower, worldly or spiritual)
- toward G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- them that are G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- without G1854 (ἔξω) — out(-side, of doors), literally or
figuratively
- redeeming G1805 (ἐξαγοράζω) — to buy up, i.e. ransom; figuratively, to rescue from
loss (improve opportunity)
- the time G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the time G2540 (καιρός) — an occasion, i.e. set or proper time
6 Let your speech be always with grace, seasoned with salt, that ye may know how ye ought to answer each one.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Let G741 (ἀρτύω) — to prepare, i.e. spice (with
stimulating condiments)
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- speech G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- speech G3056 (λόγος) — something said (including the thought); by implication, a
topic (subject of discourse), also reasoning (the mental faculty) or
motive; by extension, a computa…
- alway G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times
- with G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- seasoned G741 (ἀρτύω) — to prepare, i.e. spice (with
stimulating condiments)
- with salt G217 (ἅλας) — salt; figuratively, prudence
- that ye may know G1492 (εἴδω) — used only in certain past tenses, the others being
borrowed from the equivalent and ; properly, to see
(literally or figuratively); by implication, (in the p…
- how G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in
what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as
exclamation, how much!
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- ought G1163 (δεῖ) — also ; neuter
active participle of the same; both used impersonally; it is (was,
etc.) necessary (as binding)
- to answer G611 (ἀποκρίνομαι) — to conclude for oneself, i.e. (by implication) to
respond; by Hebraism (compare ) to begin to speak (where an
address is expected)
- every G1538 (ἕκαστος) — each or every
- man G1520 (εἷς) — one
7 All my affairs shall Tychicus make known unto you, the beloved brother and faithful minister and fellow-servant in the Lord:Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- All G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- All G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- state G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- shall G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- Tychicus G5190 (Τυχικός) — fortuitous, i.e. fortunate; Tychicus, a
Christian
- declare G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- a G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- beloved G27 (ἀγαπητός) — beloved
- brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively,
trustful
- minister G1249 (διάκονος) — an
attendant, i.e. (genitive case) a waiter (at table or in other menial
duties); specially, a Christian teacher and pastor (technically, a
deacon or deacone…
- fellowservant G4889 (σύνδουλος) — a co-slave, i.e. servitor or ministrant of the
same master (human or divine)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
8 whom I have sent unto you for this very purpose, that ye may know our state, and that he may comfort your hearts;Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- I have sent G3992 (πέμπω) — to dispatch (from the subjective view or
point of departure, whereas (as a stronger form of ) refers
rather to the objective point or terminus ad quem, and…
- unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- for G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- purpose G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- he might know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great
variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with
others not thus clearly expressed)
- your G4771 (σύ) — thou
- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- estate G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around;
figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place,
cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- comfort G3870 (παρακαλέω) — to call near, i.e. invite, invoke (by imploration,
hortation or consolation)
- hearts G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- hearts G2588 (καρδία) — the heart, i.e.
(figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the
middle
9 together with Onesimus, the faithful and beloved brother, who is one of you. They shall make known unto you all things that are done here.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- With G4862 (σύν) — with or together (but much
closer than or ), i.e. by association, companionship,
process, resemblance, possession, instrumentality, addition,
etc.
- Onesimus G3682 (Ὀνήσιμος) — profitable; Onesimus, a Christian
- a faithful G4103 (πιστός) — objectively, trustworthy; subjectively,
trustful
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- beloved G27 (ἀγαπητός) — beloved
- brother G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- who G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- is G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- They shall make known G1107 (γνωρίζω) — to make known; subjectively, to
know
- unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- here G5602 (ὧδε) — in this same spot, i.e. here or
hither
10 Aristarchus my fellow-prisoner saluteth you, and Mark, the cousin of Barnabas (touching whom ye received commandments; if he come unto you, receive him),Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Aristarchus G708 (Ἀρίσταρχος) — best ruling; Aristarchus, a
Macedonian
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- fellowprisoner G4869 (συναιχμάλωτος) — a co-captive
- saluteth G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold
in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to
welcome
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- Marcus G3138 (Μάρκος) — Marcus, a Christian
- sister’s son G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- sister’s son G431 (ἀνεψιός) — properly, akin, i.e. (specially) a cousin
- to Barnabas G921 (Βαρνάβας) — son of Nabas (i.e. prophecy);
Barnabas, an Israelite
- touching G4012 (περί) — properly, through (all over), i.e. around;
figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place,
cause or time (with the genitive case denotin…
- whom G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- ye received G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while
is more violent, to seize or remove))
- commandments G1785 (ἐντολή) — injunction, i.e. an authoritative
prescription
- if G1437 (ἐάν) — a conditional particle; in case that, provided,
etc.; often used in connection with other particles to denote
indefiniteness or uncertainty
- he come G2064 (ἔρχομαι) — to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and
figuratively)
- unto G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- receive G1209 (δέχομαι) — to receive (in various applications,
literally or figuratively)
- him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
11 and Jesus that is called Justus, who are of the circumcision: these only are my fellow-workers unto the kingdom of God, men that have been a comfort unto me.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord
and two (three) other Israelites
- which is called G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- Justus G2459 (Ἰοῦστος) — Justus, the name of three
Christian
- who are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- the circumcision G4061 (περιτομή) — circumcision (the rite, the condition or the people,
literally or figuratively)
- These G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that
(often with article repeated)
- only G3441 (μόνος) — remaining, i.e. sole or single; by implication,
mere
- fellowworkers G4904 (συνεργός) — a co-laborer,
i.e. coadjutor
- unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or
entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.);
also in adverbial phrases
- the kingdom G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the kingdom G932 (βασιλεία) — properly, royalty, i.e. (abstractly) rule, or (concretely) a
realm (literally or figuratively)
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
- which G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which
same
- have been G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be
("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used
with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
- a comfort G3931 (παρηγορία) — an address alongside, i.e. (specially),
consolation
- unto me G1473 (ἐγώ)
12 Epaphras, who is one of you, a servant of Christ Jesus, saluteth you, always striving for you in his prayers, that ye may stand perfect and fully assured in all the will of God.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- Epaphras G1889 (Ἐπαφρᾶς) — Epaphras, a Christian
- who is G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- a servant G1401 (δοῦλος) — a slave (literal or figurative, involuntary or voluntary;
frequently, therefore in a qualified sense of subjection or
subserviency)
- of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
- saluteth G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold
in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to
welcome
- always G3842 (πάντοτε) — every when, i.e. at all times
- labouring fervently G75 (ἀγωνίζομαι) — to struggle, literally (to compete for a prize), figuratively
(to contend with an adversary), or genitive case (to endeavor to
accomplish something)
- for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- prayers G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- prayers G4335 (προσευχή) — prayer (worship); by implication, an oratory (chapel)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- ye may stand G2476 (ἵστημι) — to stand (transitively or
intransitively), used in various applications (literally or
figuratively)
- perfect G5046 (τέλειος) — complete (in various applications of labor, growth, mental
and moral character, etc.); neuter (as noun, with )
completeness
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- complete G4137 (πληρόω) — to make replete, i.e. (literally) to cram (a net), level up
(a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse,
influence), satisfy, execute (an offi…
- all G3956 (πᾶς) — all,
any, every, the whole
- the will G2307 (θέλημα) — a determination (properly, the
thing), i.e. (actively) choice (specially, purpose, decree;
abstractly, volition) or (passively) inclination
- of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme
Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
13 For I bear him witness, that he hath much labor for you, and for them in Laodicea, and for them in Hierapolis.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument,
explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
- I bear G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or
figuratively)
- him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- record G3140 (μαρτυρέω) — to be a witness, i.e. testify (literally or
figuratively)
- that G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes
redundant); causative, because
- he hath G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally
or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability,
contiuity, relation, or condition)
- a great G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any
respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely;
neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
- zeal G2205 (ζῆλος) — properly, heat, i.e. (figuratively) "zeal" (in a favorable
sense, ardor; in an unfavorable one, jealousy, as of a husband
(figuratively, of God), or an enemy,…
- for G5228 (ὑπέρ) — "over", i.e. (with the genitive case) of place,
above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding;
with the accusative case superior to, m…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Laodicea G2993 (Λαοδίκεια) — Laodicia, a place in Asia
Minor
- Hierapolis G2404 (Ἱεράπολις) — holy city; Hierapolis, a place in Asia
Minor
14 Luke, the beloved physician, and Demas salute you.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Luke G3065 (Λουκᾶς) — Lucas, a Christian
- the beloved G27 (ἀγαπητός) — beloved
- physician G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- physician G2395 (ἰατρός) — a physician
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- Demas G1214 (Δημᾶς) — Demas, a Christian
- greet G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold
in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to
welcome
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
15 Salute the brethren that are in Laodicea, and Nymphas, and the church that is in their house.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Salute G782 (ἀσπάζομαι) — to enfold
in the arms, i.e. (by implication) to salute, (figuratively) to
welcome
- the brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother
(literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- Laodicea G2993 (Λαοδίκεια) — Laodicia, a place in Asia
Minor
- and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- Nymphas G3564 (Νυμφᾶς) — nymph-given (i.e.
-born); Nymphas, a Christian
- the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- in G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in
varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or
accusative) with which it is joined)
- his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
- house G3624 (οἶκος) — a dwelling (more or less extensive, literal or
figurative); by implication, a family (more or less related, literally
or figuratively)
16 And when this epistle hath been read among you, cause that it be read also in the church of the Laodiceans; and that ye also read the epistle from Laodicea.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- when G3752 (ὅταν) — whenever (implying hypothesis or more or less
uncertainty); also causatively (conjunctionally) inasmuch as
- this G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- epistle G1992 (ἐπιστολή) — a written message
- is read G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
- among G3844 (παρά) — properly, near; i.e. (with genitive case) from
beside (literally or figuratively), (with dative case) at (or in) the
vicinity of (objectively or subjectively)…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- cause G4160 (ποιέω) — to make or do (in
a very wide application, more or less direct)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- it be read G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
- also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e.
(concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation
(Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or
sain…
- of the Laodiceans G2994 (Λαοδικεύς) — a Laodicean, i.e. inhabitant of Laodicia
- ye G4771 (σύ) — thou
- likewise G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- read G314 (ἀναγινώσκω) — to know again, i.e. (by extension) to read
- the G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or
figurative; direct or remote)
- Laodicea G2993 (Λαοδίκεια) — Laodicia, a place in Asia
Minor
17 And say to Archippus, Take heed to the ministry which thou hast received in the Lord, that thou fulfil it.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- say G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate
(in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and
generally refer to an individual express…
- to Archippus G751 (Ἄρχιππος) — horse-ruler; Archippus, a Christian
- Take heed to G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
- the ministry G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- the ministry G1248 (διακονία) — attendance (as a servant, etc.); figuratively
(eleemosynary) aid, (official) service (especially of the Christian
teacher, or technically of the diaconate)
- which G3739 (ὅς) — the
relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what,
that
- thou hast received G3880 (παραλαμβάνω) — to receive near, i.e. associate with oneself (in
any familiar or intimate act or relation); by analogy, to assume an
office; figuratively, to learn
- in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
- the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun)
controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
- that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose
or the result)
- thou fulfil G4137 (πληρόω) — to make replete, i.e. (literally) to cram (a net), level up
(a hollow), or (figuratively) to furnish (or imbue, diffuse,
influence), satisfy, execute (an offi…
- it G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used
(alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the
proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
18 The salutation of me Paul with mine own hand. Remember my bonds. Grace be with you.Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):- The salutation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- The salutation G783 (ἀσπασμός) — a greeting (in person or by letter)
- by the hand G5495 (χείρ) — the hand
(literally or figuratively (power); especially (by Hebraism) a means
or instrument)
- of me G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- of me G1699 (ἐμός) — my
- Paul G3972 (Παῦλος) — (little; but remotely from a derivative of ,
meaning the same); Paulus, the name of a Roman and of an
apostle
- Remember G3421 (μνημονεύω) — to exercise memory, i.e. recollect; by
implication, to punish; also to rehearse
- my G1473 (ἐγώ)
- bonds G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- bonds G1199 (δεσμόν) — a band, i.e. ligament (of
the body) or shackle (of a prisoner); figuratively, an impediment or
disability
- Grace G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be
supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
- Grace G5485 (χάρις) — graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or
concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine
influence upon the heart, and it…
- with G3326 (μετά) — properly, denoting
accompaniment; "amid" (local or causal); modified variously according
to the case (genitive association, or accusative succession) with
wh…
- you G4771 (σύ) — thou
- Amen G281 (ἀμήν) — properly, firm, i.e. (figuratively)
trustworthy; adverbially, surely (often as interjection, so be
it)
- ritten G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to
describe
- rom G575 (ἀπό) — "off," i.e. away (from something near), in various
senses (of place, time, or relation; literal or figurative)
- ome G4516 (Ῥώμη) — strength; Roma, the capital of Italy
- o G4314 (πρός) — a preposition of direction; forward to,
i.e. toward (with the genitive case, the side of, i.e. pertaining to;
with the dative case, by the side of, i.e. near…
- he Colossians G2858 (Κολοσσαεύς) — a Colossæan, (i.e. inhabitant of Colossæ
- y G1223 (διά) — through (in very
wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
- ychicus G5190 (Τυχικός) — fortuitous, i.e. fortunate; Tychicus, a
Christian
- nd G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in
connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
- nesimus. G3682 (Ὀνήσιμος) — profitable; Onesimus, a Christian