Philippians 1:14

Philippians 1:14 in other versions

• King James Version (KJV)And many of the brethren in the Lord, waxing confident by my bonds, are much more bold to speak the word without fear.
• New International Version (NIV)And because of my chains, most of the brothers and sisters have become confident in the Lord and dare all the more to proclaim the gospel without fear.
• English Standard Version (ESV)And most of the brothers, having become confident in the Lord by my imprisonment, are much more bold to speak the word without fear.
• New King James Version (NKJV)and most of the brethren in the Lord, having become confident by my chains, are much more bold to speak the word without fear.

Context of Philippians 1:14

12Now I want you to know, believers, that what has happened to me [this imprisonment that was meant to stop me] has actually served to advance [the spread of] the good news [regarding salvation]. 13My imprisonment in [the cause of] Christ has become common knowledge throughout the whole praetorian (imperial) guard and to everyone else. Because of my chains [seeing that I am doing well and that God is accomplishing great things], most of the brothers have renewed confidence in the Lord, and have far more courage to speak the word of God [concerning salvation] without fear [of the consequences, seeing that God can work His good in all circumstances]. 15Some, it is true, are [actually] preaching Christ out of envy and rivalry [toward me—for no better reason than a competitive spirit or misguided ambition], but others out of goodwill and a loyal spirit [toward me]. 16The latter [preach Christ] out of love, because they know that I have been put here [by God on purpose] for the defense of the gospel;

Philippians 1:14 word by word

καὶ τοὺς πλείονας τῶν ἀδελφῶν ἐν κυρίῳ πεποιθότας τοῖς δεσμοῖς μου περισσοτέρως τολμᾶν ἀφόβως τὸν λόγον λαλεῖν.Read the interlinear

Words taken from the KJV.

• Andκαίkai · andG2532
• manyπλείων, πλεῖονpleiōn pleion pleon · greaterG4119
• of the brethrenὁho hē to · the/this/whoG3588
• of the brethrenἀδελφόςadelphos · brotherG80
• inἐνen · in/on/amongG1722
• the Lordκύριοςkurios · lord: GodG2962
• waxing confidentπείθωpeithō · to persuadeG3982
• byδεσμόςdesmon desmos · chainG1199
• myἐγώegō · I/weG1473
• areτολμάωtolmaō · be boldG5111
• much moreπερισσῶςperissōs · excessivelyG4057
• to speakλαλέωlaleō · to speakG2980
• the wordλόγοςlogos · wordG3056
• without fearἀφόβωςaphobōs · fearlesslyG870

Cross-references for Philippians 1:14

• Philippians 4:1Therefore, my fellow believers, whom I love and long for, my delight and crown [my wreath of victory], in this way stand firm in the Lord, my beloved.
• Colossians 4:7As to all my affairs, Tychicus, who is a much-loved brother and faithful assistant and fellow bond-servant in the Lord, will give you all the information.
• Acts 4:23After Peter and John were released, they returned to their own [people] and reported everything that the chief priests and elders had said to them.
• 2 Corinthians 1:3Blessed [gratefully praised and adored] be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, the Father of mercies and the God of all comfort,
• Ephesians 3:13So I ask you not to lose heart at my sufferings on your behalf, for they are your glory and honor.
• Ephesians 6:19And pray for me, that words may be given to me when I open my mouth, to proclaim boldly the mystery of the good news [of salvation],
• Colossians 4:4that I may make it clear [and speak boldly and unfold the mystery] in the way I should.
• 1 Thessalonians 2:2but after we had already suffered and been outrageously treated in Philippi, as you know, yet in [the strength of] our God we summoned the courage to proclaim boldly to you the good news of God [regarding salvation] amid great opposition.
• Luke 1:74To grant us that we, being rescued from the hand of our enemies, Might serve Him without fear,
• Luke 12:5But I will point out to you whom you should fear: fear the One who, after He has killed, has authority and power to hurl [you] into hell; yes, I say to you, [stand in great awe of God and] fear Him!

Commentaries on Philippians 1:14

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 14Waxing confident - Finding the effect produced by the public defense which the apostle made, they were greatly encouraged, and the more boldly and openly proclaimed the doctrine of Christ crucified. The word - The doctrine of Christ; several excellent MSS. and versions add, some , others , the word of God, or the word of the Lord. This is a respectable reading, and is probably genuine.Read the comment
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 14And many of the brethren - Many Christians. It is evident from this, that there were already “many” in Rome who professed Christianity. In the Lord - In the Lord Jesus; that is, united to him and to each other by a professed attachment to him. This is a common phrase to, designate Christians. Waxing confident by my bonds - Becoming increasingly bold and zealous in consequence of my being confined. This might have been either: (1)that from the very fact…Read the comment
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 12-20Verses 12-20 The apostle was a prisoner at Rome; and to take off the offence of the cross, he shows the wisdom and goodness of God in his sufferings. These things made him known, where he would never have otherwise been known; and led some to inquire after the gospel. He suffered from false friends, as well as from enemies. How wretched the temper of those who preached Christ out of envy and contention, and to add affliction to the bonds that oppressed…Read the comment
• Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 14Because of Paul's courage and boldness, the believers (literally the brothers in the Lord; see study note on 1:12) became more daring and less fearful in sharing God's message. Paul's boldness spread to others.Read the comment
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 1414. Translate as Greek, "And that (Php 1:13) most of the brethren in the Lord," &c. "In the Lord," distinguishes them from "brethren after the flesh," Jewish fellow countrymen. Ellicott translates, "Trusting in the Lord." by my bonds--encouraged by my patience in bearing my bonds. much more bold--Translate as Greek, "are more abundantly bold."Read the comment

Topics related to Philippians 1:14

• Afflictions and Adversities
• Forgiveness
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• Liberality
• Love
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• Persecution
• Rome
• Tact
• Unselfishness
• Zeal, Religious

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Commentaries on Philippians 1

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary
• Tyndale Open Study Notes
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary
• Calvin’s Commentaries
• John Wesley’s Notes
• Illustrated New Testament
• Burkitt’s Expository Notes
• Darby Translation Notes
• Family Bible Notes
• Geneva Bible Translation Notes
• Kingcomments
• Luther’s Commentary on Selected Bible Passages
• Matthew Henry’s Complete Commentary
• Matthew Henry’s Modern English Commentary
• The People’s New Testament
• Robertson’s Word Pictures
• Scofield Reference Notes, 1917 Edition
• Original Douay–Rheims Annotations
• Seventh-day Adventist Bible Commentary
• EGW Writings