Onesimus in the Bible

Meaning: profitable; useful

Exact Match

I have sent him with Onesimus, the faithful and beloved brother, one of your own number, for this very purpose, to let you know how I am, and to cheer your hearts.

Verse Conceptsencouragement, examples ofPeople Encouraging Others

The salutation by the hand of me, Paul. Remember my bonds. Grace be with you, Amen. {Sent from Rome by Tychicus and Onesimus.}

Verse ConceptsThe AccursedWritingSalutationsWriting The New Testament

Thematic Bible



From Paul, a prisoner of Christ Jesus, and Timothy our brother, to Philemon, our dear friend and colaborer,


I sent him with Onesimus, the faithful and dear brother, who is one of you. They will tell you about everything here.

I am appealing to you concerning my child, whose spiritual father I have become during my imprisonment, that is, Onesimus,


who was formerly useless to you, but is now useful to you and me.


who was formerly useless to you, but is now useful to you and me.


References

Hastings

Easton

American

Fausets

Morish

Smith

Watsons

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