Phili 1:8 | RWP | e4.org | My witness ( μαρτυς μου ). Same solemn oath in . I long after ( επιποθω ). Longing ( ποθος ) directed toward ( επ ) the Philippians. Old word, chiefly in Paul in N.T. In the tender mercies ( εν σπλαγχνοις ). Literally "in the bowels" as the seat of the affections.

‏ Philippians 1:8

My witness ( μαρτυς μου ). Same solemn oath in Ro 1:9.

I long after ( επιποθω ). Longing ( ποθος ) directed toward ( επ ) the Philippians. Old word, chiefly in Paul in N.T.

In the tender mercies ( εν σπλαγχνοις ). Literally "in the bowels" as the seat of the affections.