In this epistle we have, I. The preface, ver. 1-7. II. The substance and body of it, ver. 8-21. And then the conclusion, ver. 22, to the end.
Apostolic Salutations; Gratitude on Philemon's Behalf. (a. d. 62.)
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The salutation. Philemon's house had become a church, and the Church was in his house; thereby the household was made holy. Every household should likewise be made…Philemon 1:1-3Philemon 1:1-3 · The Pulpit CommentaryThe address and salutation.
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