Philippians 4:5
Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
Original Language Analysis
τὸ
G3588
τὸ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
1 of 9
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
γνωσθήτω
Let
G1097
γνωσθήτω
Let
Strong's:
G1097
Word #:
4 of 9
to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
ὁ
G3588
ὁ
Strong's:
G3588
Word #:
7 of 9
the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in english idiom)
Cross References
Matthew 6:25Therefore I say unto you, Take no thought for your life, what ye shall eat, or what ye shall drink; nor yet for your body, what ye shall put on. Is not the life more than meat, and the body than raiment?Titus 3:2To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.Hebrews 10:37For yet a little while, and he that shall come will come, and will not tarry.1 Corinthians 6:7Now therefore there is utterly a fault among you, because ye go to law one with another. Why do ye not rather take wrong? why do ye not rather suffer yourselves to be defrauded?1 Peter 4:7But the end of all things is at hand: be ye therefore sober, and watch unto prayer.Hebrews 10:25Not forsaking the assembling of ourselves together, as the manner of some is; but exhorting one another: and so much the more, as ye see the day approaching.Revelation 22:7Behold, I come quickly: blessed is he that keepeth the sayings of the prophecy of this book.1 Corinthians 8:13Wherefore, if meat make my brother to offend, I will eat no flesh while the world standeth, lest I make my brother to offend.Matthew 6:34Take therefore no thought for the morrow: for the morrow shall take thought for the things of itself. Sufficient unto the day is the evil thereof.Revelation 22:20He which testifieth these things saith, Surely I come quickly. Amen. Even so, come, Lord Jesus.
Historical Context
Philippians chapter 4 concludes Paul's most joyful letter, written from Roman imprisonment (c. AD 60-62). The Philippian church, Paul's most faithful financial partner, sent support via Epaphroditus. Paul's gratitude, exhortations to joy and peace, and contentment teaching modeled Christ-centered living regardless of external circumstances—a powerful witness in the Roman world.
Questions for Reflection
- How does this verse challenge your perspective on Gentleness and imminence?
- What specific application can you make from this teaching this week?
- How does this verse point to Christ's sufficiency in all circumstances?
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Analysis & Commentary
Let your moderation be known unto all men. The Lord is at hand.
To epieikes ("gentleness, reasonableness, forbearance") visible to all. Ho kyrios engys ("the Lord is near")—spatially (omnipresent) or temporally (imminent return). Likely latter: Parousia-expectation moderates conflict. This verse contributes to Philippians chapter 4's themes of joy, peace, contentment, and gratitude—Paul's prison epistle climax showing joy transcending circumstances through Christ's sufficiency.