Philippians 1:23
For the two press upon me: I desire to be liberated, that I may be with the Messiah; and this would be very advantageous to me.
James Murdock's Translation of the Syriac Peshitta
In The King James Version
In Context
22But if I have fruits of my labors in this life of the flesh, I know not what I shall choose.
24But also the business in regard to you, urges upon me to remain in the body.
Cross References
Luke 8:38And the man, from whom the demons had gone out, requested that he might remain with him. But Jesus dismissed him, and said to him:
Luke 23:43Jesus said to him: Verily I say to you, That this day thou shalt be with me in paradise.
John 13:1And before the feast of the passover, Jesus knew that the hour had come when he should depart from this world unto the Father. And he loved his own people, who were in the world; and he loved them unto the end.
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 →