Philippians 1:27

Authorized King James Version

Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;

Word-by-Word Analysis

Μόνον

G3440

Only

merely

ἀξίως

G516

as it becometh

appropriately

τοῦ

G3588

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

εὐαγγελίου

G2098

of the gospel

a good message, i.e., the gospel

τοῦ

G3588

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

Χριστοῦ

G5547

of Christ

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

πολιτεύεσθε

G4176

let your conversation be

to behave as a citizen (figuratively)

ἵνα

G2443

that

in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)

εἴτε

G1535

if too

#10

ἐλθὼν

G2064

I come

to come or go (in a great variety of applications, literally and figuratively)

#11

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#12

ἰδὼν

G1492

see

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

#13

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#14

εἴτε

G1535

if too

#15

ἀπὼν

G548

else be absent

to be away

#16

ἀκούσω

G191

I may hear

to hear (in various senses)

#17

τὰ

G3588

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

#18

περὶ

G4012

affairs

properly, through (all over), i.e., around; figuratively with respect to; used in various applications, of place, cause or time (with the genitive cas

#19

ὑμῶν

G5216

of your

of (from or concerning) you

#20

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

#21

στήκετε

G4739

ye stand fast

to be stationary, i.e., (figuratively) to persevere

#22

ἐν

G1722

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

#23

μιᾷ

G1520

one

#24

πνεύματι

G4151

spirit

a current of air, i.e., breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e., (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital prin

#25

μιᾷ

G1520

one

#26

ψυχῇ

G5590

mind

breath, i.e., (by implication) spirit, abstractly or concretely (the animal sentient principle only; thus distinguished on the one hand from g4151, wh

#27

συναθλοῦντες

G4866

striving together

to wrestle in company with, i.e., (figuratively) to seek jointly

#28

τῇ

G3588

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

#29

πίστει

G4102

for the faith

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

#30

τοῦ

G3588

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

#31

εὐαγγελίου

G2098

of the gospel

a good message, i.e., the gospel

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

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 faith. 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?
How does this verse's literary context within Philippians chapter 1 illuminate its theological significance, and what does this teach us about biblical interpretation?
In what ways does understanding faith in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?

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