Philippians 1:25

Authorized King James Version

And having this confidence, I know that I shall abide and continue with you all for your furtherance and joy of faith;

Word-by-Word Analysis

καὶ

G2532

And

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

τοῦτο

G5124

having this

that thing

πεποιθὼς

G3982

confidence

to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence

οἶδα

G1492

I know

used only in certain past tenses, the others being borrowed from the equivalent g3700 and g3708; properly, to see (literally or figuratively); by impl

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

μενῶ

G3306

I shall abide

to stay (in a given place, state, relation or expectancy)

καὶ

G2532

And

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

συμπαραμενῶ

G4839

continue

to remain in company, i.e., still live

πᾶσιν

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#10

ὑμῖν

G5213

with you

to (with or by) you

#11

εἰς

G1519

for

to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases

#12

τὴν

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#13

ὑμῶν

G5216

your

of (from or concerning) you

#14

προκοπὴν

G4297

furtherance

progress, i.e., advancement (subjectively or objectively)

#15

καὶ

G2532

And

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

#16

χαρὰν

G5479

joy

cheerfulness, i.e., calm delight

#17

τῆς

G3588

the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)

#18

πίστεως

G4102

of faith

persuasion, i.e., credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of god or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon christ

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Philippians. The concept of faith reflects the development of salvation within biblical theology. The literary structure and word choice here contribute to biblical literature contributing to the canon's theological witness, advancing the author's theological argument. The original language emphasizes pistis in Greek, encompassing both belief and faithfulness, providing deeper understanding of the author's theological intention.

Historical Context

This passage must be understood within the political and social structures of the biblical period. The author writes to address believers seeking to understand God's will and purposes, making the emphasis on salvation particularly relevant. Historical documents from this period show cultural practices and social structures that would have been familiar to the original readers, illuminating the verse's original impact.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding faith in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
How does this passage contribute to our understanding of from physical deliverance in the Old Testament to spiritual redemption in the New, and what implications does this have for Christian discipleship?
How does this verse's literary context within Philippians chapter 1 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?

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