Philippians 1:27

Philippians 1:27 in other versions

• King James Version (KJV)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;
• New International Version (NIV)Whatever happens, conduct yourselves in a manner worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or only hear about you in my absence, I will know that you stand firm in the one Spirit, striving together as one for the faith of the gospel
• English Standard Version (ESV)Only let your manner of life be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of you that you are standing firm in one spirit, with one mind striving side by side for the faith of the gospel,
• New King James Version (NKJV)Only let your conduct be worthy of the gospel of Christ, so that whether I come and see you or am absent, I may hear of your affairs, that you stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel,

Context of Philippians 1:27

25Since I am persuaded of this, I know that I will remain and continue with all of you for your progress and joy in the faith, 26so that, because of my coming to you again, your boasting in Christ Jesus may abound. Just one thing: As citizens of heaven, live your life worthy of the gospel of Christ. Then, whether I come and see you or am absent, I will hear about you that you are standing firm in one spirit, in one accord, contending together for the faith of the gospel, 28not being frightened in any way by your opponents. This is a sign of destruction for them, but of your salvation — and this is from God. 29For it has been granted to you on Christ’s behalf not only to believe in him, but also to suffer for him,

Philippians 1:27 word by word

μόνον ἀξίως τοῦ εὐαγγελίου τοῦ Χριστοῦ πολιτεύεσθε, ἵνα εἴτε ἐλθὼν καὶ ἰδὼν ὑμᾶς εἴτε ἀπὼν ἀκούω τὰ περὶ ὑμῶν ὅτι στήκετε ἐν ἑνὶ πνεύματι, μιᾷ ψυχῇ συναθλοῦντες τῇ πίστει τοῦ εὐαγγελίου,Read the interlinear

Words taken from the KJV.

• Onlyμόνονmonon · onlyG3440
• let your conversation beπολιτεύωpoliteuomai · be a citizenG4176
• as it becomethἀξίωςaxiōs · appropriatelyG516
• the gospelὁho hē to · the/this/whoG3588
• the gospelεὐαγγέλιονeuaggelion · gospelG2098
• of ChristΧριστόςChristos · ChristG5547
• thatἵναhina · in order that/toG2443
• whetherεἴτεeite · whetherG1535
• I comeἔρχομαιerchomai · to come/goG2064
• andκαίkai · andG2532
• seeὁράωhoraō · to see: seeG3708
• youσύsu · youG4771
• be absentἄπειμιapeimi · be awayG548
• I may hearἀκούωakouō · to hearG191
• affairsπερίperi · aboutG4012
• thatὅτιhoti · that/since: thatG3754
• ye stand fastστήκωstēkō · to standG4739
• inἐνen · in/on/amongG1722
• oneεἷςheis · oneG1520
• spiritπνεῦμαpneuma · spirit/breath: spiritG4151
• withψυχήpsuchē · soulG5590
• striving togetherσυναθλέωsunathleō · to contendG4866
• for the faithπίστιςpistis · faithG4102

Cross-references for Philippians 1:27

• Philippians 3:18For I have often told you, and now say again with tears, that many live as enemies of the cross of Christ.
• Ephesians 4:1Therefore I, the prisoner in the Lord, urge you to walk worthy of the calling you have received,
• Colossians 1:10so that you may walk worthy of the Lord, fully pleasing to him: bearing fruit in every good work and growing in the knowledge of God,
• 1 Thessalonians 2:11As you know, like a father with his own children,
• 1 Thessalonians 4:1Additionally then, brothers and sisters, we ask and encourage you in the Lord Jesus, that as you have received instruction from us on how you should live and please God — as you are doing — do this even more.
• 2 Peter 1:4By these he has given us very great and precious promises, so that through them you may share in the divine nature, escaping the corruption that is in the world because of evil desire.
• 2 Peter 3:11Since all these things are to be dissolved in this way, it is clear what sort of people you should be in holy conduct and godliness
• Romans 1:9God is my witness, whom I serve with my spirit in telling the good news about his Son — that I constantly mention you,
• Romans 15:16to be a minister of Christ Jesus to the Gentiles, serving as a priest of the gospel of God. God’s purpose is that the Gentiles may be an acceptable offering, sanctified by the Holy Spirit.
• 2 Corinthians 4:4In their case, the god of this age has blinded the minds of the unbelievers to keep them from seeing the light of the gospel of the glory of Christ, who is the image of God.
• 2 Corinthians 9:13Because of the proof provided by this ministry, they will glorify God for your obedient confession of the gospel of Christ, and for your generosity in sharing with them and with everyone.
• Galatians 1:7not that there is another gospel, but there are some who are troubling you and want to distort the gospel of Christ.
• Philippians 2:12Therefore, my dear friends, just as you have always obeyed, so now, not only in my presence but even more in my absence, work out your own salvation with fear and trembling.
• Ephesians 1:15This is why, since I heard about your faith in the Lord Jesus and your love for all the saints,
• Colossians 1:4for we have heard of your faith in Christ Jesus and of the love you have for all the saints
• 1 Thessalonians 3:6But now Timothy has come to us from you and brought us good news about your faith and love. He reported that you always have good memories of us and that you long to see us, as we also long to see you.

Commentaries on Philippians 1:27

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 27Let your conversation be as it becometh the Gospel - The apostle considers the Church at Philippi as a free or imperial city, which possesses great honors, dignities, and privileges; and he exhorts them to act, , worthy of or suitably to those honors and privileges. This is the idea that is expressed by the word , act according to the nature of your political situation, the citizenship and privileges which you possess in consequence of your being free…Read the comment
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 27Only let your conversation - The word “conversation” we now apply almost exclusively to oral discourse, or to talking. But it was not formerly confined to that and is never so used in the Scriptures. It means conduct in general - including, of course, our manner of speaking, but not limited to that - and should be so understood in every place where it occurs in the Bible. The original word used here - ́ politeuō- means properly “to administer the state…Read the comment
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 27-30Verses 27-30 Those who profess the gospel of Christ, should live as becomes those who believe gospel truths, submit to gospel laws, and depend upon gospel promises. The original word "conversation" denotes the conduct of citizens who seek the credit, safety, peace, and prosperity of their city. There is that in the faith of the gospel, which is worth striving for; there is much opposition, and there is need of striving. A man may sleep and go to hell; but…Read the comment
• Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 27As foreigners in this world, the Philippian believers should live like citizens of heaven (compare 3:20; 1 Peter 2:9–11).Read the comment
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 2727. Only--Whatever happens as to my coming to you, or not, make this your one only care. By supposing this or that future contingency, many persuade themselves they will be such as they ought to be, but it is better always without evasion to perform present duties under present circumstances [Bengel]. let your conversation be--(Compare Php 3:20). The Greek implies, "Let your walk as citizens (namely, of the heavenly state; 'the city of the living God,' He…Read the comment

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• Commandments
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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