Philippians 1:18

Authorized King James Version

What then? notwithstanding, every way, whether in pretence, or in truth, Christ is preached; and I therein do rejoice, yea, and will rejoice.

Word-by-Word Analysis

τί

G5101

What

an interrogative pronoun, who, which or what (in direct or indirect questions)

γάρ

G1063

then

properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)

πλὴν

G4133

notwithstanding

moreover (besides), i.e., albeit, save that, rather, yet

παντὶ

G3956

every

all, any, every, the whole

τρόπῳ

G5158

way

a turn, i.e., (by implication) mode or style (especially with preposition or relative prefix as adverb, like); figuratively, deportment or character

εἴτε

G1535

if too

προφάσει

G4392

in pretence

an outward showing, i.e., pretext

εἴτε

G1535

if too

ἀληθείᾳ

G225

in truth

truth

#10

Χριστὸς

G5547

Christ

anointed, i.e., the messiah, an epithet of jesus

#11

καταγγέλλεται

G2605

is preached

to proclaim, promulgate

#12

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#13

ἐν

G1722

therein

"in," at, (up-)on, by, etc

#14

τούτῳ

G5129

to (in, with or by) this (person or thing)

#15

χαρήσομαι

G5463

to be "cheer"ful, i.e., calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well

#16

ἀλλὰ

G235

yea

properly, other things, i.e., (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)

#17

καὶ

G2532

and

and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words

#18

χαρήσομαι

G5463

to be "cheer"ful, i.e., calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well

Analysis

Within the broader context of Philippians, this passage highlights salvation through universal language and absolute statements. The theological weight of truth connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about truth, contributing to our understanding of God's nature and relationship with humanity. This verse contributes to the book's overall argument by establishing foundational concepts crucial to Philippians's theological argument.

Historical Context

The historical context of the biblical period relevant to this book's composition provides crucial background for understanding this verse. The historical and cultural milieu of the biblical world informed the author's theological expression and the audience's understanding. The the cultural context of the biblical world would have shaped how the original audience understood truth. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

What systematic theological implications arise from this verse's treatment of salvation, and how does it contribute to a biblical theology of soteriology and the doctrine of salvation?
In what ways does understanding truth in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on truth address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?

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