Therefore I hope to send him immediately, as soon as I see how things go with me;
Parallel translations
- WEB Therefore I hope to send him at once, as soon as I see how it will go with me.
- KJV Him therefore I hope to send presently, so soon as I shall see how it will go with me.
- BSB So I hope to send him as soon as I see what happens with me.
- NKJV Therefore I hope to send him at once, as soon as I see how it goes with me.
- NLT I hope to send him to you just as soon as I find out what is going to happen to me here.
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Paul plans to send Timothy as soon as he sees how his own case turns out. He arranges things with care for the church.
Overview
Paul waits to learn the outcome of his imprisonment before dispatching his most trusted helper. His planning reflects wisdom and continued concern for the Philippians. Even practical logistics are governed by his pastoral love.
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Cross-references · 2
- 1 Sam 22:3David went from there to Mizpeh of Moab, and he said to the king of Moab, “Please let my father and my mother come out with you, until I know what God will do for me.”
- Phil 2:19But I hope in the Lord Jesus to send Timothy to you soon, that I also may be cheered up when I know how you are doing.
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