Philippians 1:7

Authorized King James Version

Even as it is meet for me to think this of you all, because I have you in my heart; inasmuch as both in my bonds, and in the defence and confirmation of the gospel, ye all are partakers of my grace.

Word-by-Word Analysis

καθώς

G2531

Even as

just (or inasmuch) as, that

ἐστιν

G2076

it is

he (she or it) is; also (with neuter plural) they are

δίκαιον

G1342

meet

equitable (in character or act); by implication, innocent, holy (absolutely or relatively)

ἐμοὶ

G1698

for me

to me

τοῦτο

G5124

this

that thing

φρονεῖν

G5426

to think

to exercise the mind, i.e., entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain d

ὑπὲρ

G5228

"over", i.e., (with the genitive case) of place, above, beyond, across, or causal, for the sake of, instead, regarding; with the accusative case super

πάντας

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

ὑμῶν

G5216

you

of (from or concerning) you

#10

διὰ

G1223

because

through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)

#11

τὸ

G3588

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

#12

ἔχειν

G2192

I have

to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or conditio

#13

με

G3165

#14

ἔν

G1722

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

#15

τῇ

G3588

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

#16

καρδίᾳ

G2588

heart

the heart, i.e., (figuratively) the thoughts or feelings (mind); also (by analogy) the middle

#17

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#18

ἔν

G1722

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

#19

τε

G5037

inasmuch as both

both or also (properly, as correlation of g2532)

#20

τοῖς

G3588

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

#21

δεσμοῖς

G1199

bonds

a band, i.e., ligament (of the body) or shackle (of a prisoner); figuratively, an impediment or disability

#22

μου

G3450

of me

#23

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#24

τῇ

G3588

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

#25

ἀπολογίᾳ

G627

in the defence

a plea ("apology")

#26

καὶ

G2532

and

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

#27

βεβαιώσει

G951

confirmation

stabiliment

#28

τοῦ

G3588

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

#29

εὐαγγελίου

G2098

of the gospel

a good message, i.e., the gospel

#30

συγκοινωνούς

G4791

partakers

a co-participant

#31

μου

G3450

of me

#32

τῆς

G3588

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

#33

χάριτος

G5485

grace

graciousness (as gratifying), of manner or act (abstract or concrete; literal, figurative or spiritual; especially the divine influence upon the heart

#34

πάντας

G3956

all

all, any, every, the whole

#35

ὑμᾶς

G5209

you (as the objective of a verb or preposition)

#36

ὄντας

G5607

are

being

Analysis

Within the broader context of Philippians, this passage highlights salvation through simile or metaphorical language. The theological weight of grace connects to fundamental Christian doctrine about grace, 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 grace. Archaeological and historical evidence reveals Archaeological discoveries continue to illuminate the historical context of biblical texts.

Questions for Reflection

In what ways does understanding grace 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 the salvation theme in this verse connect to the overarching narrative of Scripture, and what does this reveal about God's character and purposes?

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