Philemon 1:15
King James Version
Translation: KJV
13Whom I would have retained with me, that in thy stead he might have ministered unto me in the bonds of the gospel:Select Philemon 1:13
14But without thy mind would I do nothing; that thy benefit should not be as it were of necessity, but willingly.Select Philemon 1:14
15For perhaps he therefore departed for a season, that thou shouldest receive him for ever;Select Philemon 1:15
16Not now as a servant, but above a servant, a brother beloved, specially to me, but how much more unto thee, both in the flesh, and in the Lord?Select Philemon 1:16
17If thou count me therefore a partner, receive him as myself.Select Philemon 1:17
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WEB
1:15 For perhaps he was therefore separated from you for a while, that you would have him forever,
ASV
1:15 For perhaps he was therefore parted from thee for a season, that thou shouldest have him for ever;
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