Philippians 1:6

Authorized King James Version

Being confident of this very thing, that he which hath begun a good work in you will perform it until the day of Jesus Christ:

Word-by-Word Analysis

πεποιθὼς

G3982

Being confident

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

αὐτὸ

G846

very thing

the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the comparative g1438) of the third person, and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

τοῦτο

G5124

of this

that thing

ὅτι

G3754

that

demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because

ὁ

G3588

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

ἐναρξάμενος

G1728

he which hath begun

to commence on

ἐν

G1722

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

ὑμῖν

G5213

you

to (with or by) you

ἔργον

G2041

work

toil (as an effort or occupation); by implication, an act

#10

ἀγαθὸν

G18

a good

"good" (in any sense, often as noun)

#11

ἐπιτελέσει

G2005

will perform

to fulfill further (or completely), i.e., execute; by implication, to terminate, undergo

#12

ἄχρις

G891

it until

(of time) until or (of place) up to

#13

ἡμέρας

G2250

the day

day, i.e., (literally) the time space between dawn and dark, or the whole 24 hours (but several days were usually reckoned by the jews as inclusive of

#14

Ἰησοῦ·

G2424

of Jesus

jesus (i.e., jehoshua), the name of our lord and two (three) other israelites

#15

Χριστοῦ

G5547

Christ

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

Cross References

Related verses that illuminate this passage (hover to preview):

¹ 1 Thessalonians 5:24 1 Thessalonians 5:24
Faithful is he that calleth you, who also will do it.
— Faithful who will do it
² Jude 1:24 Jude 1:24
Now unto him that is able to keep you from falling, and to present you faultless before the presence of his glory with exceeding joy,
— Able to keep you from falling

Analysis

This verse develops the salvation theme central to Philippians. The concept of divine revelation 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 careful word choice that would have carried specific theological weight for the original audience, 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 divine revelation. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding divine revelation in its original context challenge or deepen contemporary Christian thinking about salvation?
In what ways does this verse's emphasis on divine revelation address religious pluralism and questions about the necessity of Christ, and how should the church respond?
What practical applications emerge from understanding salvation as presented in this verse, particularly in light of addressing questions of religious pluralism and the exclusivity of Christ?

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