Philemon 1:20 kjva — Yea, brother, let me have joy of thee in the Lord: refresh my bowels in the Lord.

King James Version with Apocrypha

"Yea, brother, let me have joy of thee in the Lord: refresh my bowels in the Lord."

— Philemon 1:20, King James Version with Apocrypha

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Philemon 1 — Context

17

If thou count me therefore a partner, receive him as myself.

18

If he hath wronged thee, or oweth thee ought, put that on mine account;

19

I Paul have written it with mine own hand, I will repay it: albeit I do not say to thee how thou owest unto me even thine own self besides.

20

Yea, brother, let me have joy of thee in the Lord: refresh my bowels in the Lord.

21

Having confidence in thy obedience I wrote unto thee, knowing that thou wilt also do more than I say.

22

But withal prepare me also a lodging: for I trust that through your prayers I shall be given unto you.

23

There salute thee Epaphras, my fellowprisoner in Christ Jesus;

Philemon 1:20 — Frequently Asked Questions

7 questions
What does Philemon 1:20 say?
Philemon 1:20 in the King James Version with Apocrypha reads: “Yea, brother, let me have joy of thee in the Lord: refresh my bowels in the Lord.”
Where is Philemon 1:20 in the Bible?
Philemon 1:20 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philemon, chapter 1, verse 20.
Who wrote Philemon?
Philemon is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from prison). It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Philemon about?
A single-chapter masterpiece of pastoral diplomacy. Paul sends the runaway slave Onesimus — now a Christian brother — back to his master Philemon, appealing not by command but by love that he be received "above a servant, a brother beloved."
What are the major themes of Philemon?
Philemon explores themes including Reconciliation, Brotherhood in Christ, Forgiveness, Gospel Equality. These themes shape the meaning and context of Philemon 1:20.
What translation should I read Philemon 1:20 in?
Philemon 1:20 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Philemon 1:20?
Philemon 1:20 reads (KJVA): “Yea, brother, let me have joy of thee in the Lord: refresh my bowels in the Lord.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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