Philippians 1:24

BSB · Public Domain (CC0)

“But it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.”

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BSBPD

“But it is more necessary for you that I remain in the body.”

Berean Standard Bible · Public Domain (CC0)
KJVPD

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

King James Version · Public Domain
ASVPD

“yet to abide in the flesh is more needful for your sake.”

American Standard Version · Public Domain
YLTPD

“and to remain in the flesh is more necessary on your account,”

Young's Literal Translation · Public Domain
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Cross references

Other passages that echo Philippians 1:24 — 4 related verses from the Treasury of Scripture Knowledge.

  1. John 16:7But I tell you the truth, it is for your benefit that I am going away. Unless I go away, the Advocate will not come to you; but if I go, I will send Him to you.
  2. Acts 20:29I know that after my departure, savage wolves will come in among you and will not spare the flock.
  3. Philippians 1:22But if I go on living in the body, this will mean fruitful labor for me. So what shall I choose? I do not know.
  4. Philippians 1:25Convinced of this, I know that I will remain and will continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith,

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