Philippians 1:24

but also to remain in my body is the thing which constraineth me on your account.

The Peschito Syriac New Testament: Translated into English by John Wesley Etheridge

In The King James Version

Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you.

In Context

23For these two straiten me. I desire to be set free, that I might be with the Meshiha, and this is greatly preferable to me;

25For I know this confidently, that I am to remain and tarry for your joy and for the increase of your faith:

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Cross References

John 16:7But I the truth say to you, That it is needful for you that I go; for if I go not, the Paraclete cometh not to you. But if I go, I will send him to you.

Philippians 1:22But if in this life of the flesh there be also fruit to me from my works, I know not what to choose.

Matthew Henry on Philippians 1:22-27

The Apostle's Generous Exultation. ( a. d. 62.) 21 For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain. 22 But if I live in the flesh, this is the fruit of my labour: yet what I shall choose I wot not. 23 For I am in a strait betwixt two, having a desire to depart, and to be with Christ; which is far better: 24 Nevertheless to abide in the flesh is more needful for you. 25 And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith; 26 That your rejoicing may… Read the whole commentary →

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