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Philippians 1:23

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But I am in a strait betwixt the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ; for it is very far better:

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Philippians 1:23 in other translations

But I am hard pressed between the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ, which is far better.

Philippians 1:23 · World English Bible

Philippians 1:23 in context

  1. 21For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
  2. 22But if to live in the flesh,— if this shall bring fruit from my work, then what I shall choose I know not.
  3. 23But I am in a strait betwixt the two, having the desire to depart and be with Christ; for it is very far better:
  4. 24yet to abide in the flesh is more needful for your sake.
  5. 25And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide, yea, and abide with you all, for your progress and joy in the faith;