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Colossians 4

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
Cross references (TSK): Colossians 4:7 · Philemon 1:10
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
Cross references (TSK): 2 Timothy 4:10 · Philemon 1:24
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
Cross references (TSK): Romans 16:5 · 1 Corinthians 16:9 · Philemon 1:2
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