Philippians 3:16

Philippians 3:16 in other versions

• King James Version (KJV)Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us mind the same thing.
• New International Version (NIV)Only let us live up to what we have already attained.
• English Standard Version (ESV)Only let us hold true to what we have attained.
• New King James Version (NKJV)Nevertheless, to the degree that we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule, let us be of the same mind.

Context of Philippians 3:16

14I run straight toward the goal to win the prize that God’s heavenly call offers in Christ Jesus. 15Whoever has a mature faith should think this way. And if you think differently, God will show you how to think. However, we should be guided by what we have learned so far. 17Brothers and sisters, imitate me, and pay attention to those who live by the example we have given you. 18I have often told you, and now tell you with tears in my eyes, that many live as the enemies of the cross of Christ.

Philippians 3:16 word by word

πλὴν εἰς ὃ ἐφθάσαμεν, τῷ αὐτῷ στοιχεῖνRead the interlinear

Words taken from the KJV.

• Neverthelessπλήνplēn · but/howeverG4133
• wheretoεἰςeis · towardG1519
• wheretoὅςhos hē ho · whichG3739
• we have already attainedφθάνωphthanō · to precede/arriveG5348
• let us walkστοιχέωstoicheō · to followG4748
• byκανώνkanōn · ruleG2583
• the sameὁho hē to · the/this/whoG3588
• the sameαὐτόςautos · it/s/heG846
• let us mindφρονέωphroneō · to reasonG5426

Cross-references for Philippians 3:16

• Galatians 5:7You were doing so well. Who stopped you from being influenced by the truth?
• Hebrews 10:38The person who has God’s approval will live by faith. But if he turns back, I will not be pleased with him.”
• 2 Peter 2:10This is especially true of those who follow their corrupt nature along the path of impure desires and who despise the Lord’s authority. These false teachers are bold and arrogant. They aren’t afraid to insult the ⌞Lord’s⌟ glory.
• Revelation 2:4However, I have this against you: The love you had at first is gone.
• Revelation 3:3So remember what you received and heard. Obey, and change the way you think and act. If you’re not alert, I’ll come like a thief. You don’t know when I will come.
• Romans 12:16Live in harmony with each other. Don’t be arrogant, but be friendly to humble people. Don’t think that you are smarter than you really are.
• Romans 15:5May God, who gives you this endurance and encouragement, allow you to live in harmony with each other by following the example of Christ Jesus.
• Galatians 6:16Peace and mercy will come to rest on all those who conform to this principle. They are the Israel of God.
• Ephesians 5:2Live in love as Christ also loved us. He gave his life for us as an offering and sacrifice, a soothing aroma to God.
• Colossians 2:6You received Christ Jesus the Lord, so continue to live as Christ’s people.
• Philippians 1:27Live as citizens who reflect the Good News about Christ. Then, whether I come to see you or whether I stay away, I’ll hear all about you. I’ll hear that you are firmly united in spirit, united in fighting for the faith that the Good News brings.
• Philippians 2:2Then fill me with joy by having the same attitude and the same love, living in harmony, and keeping one purpose in mind.
• Philippians 4:2I encourage both Euodia and Syntyche to have the attitude the Lord wants them to have.

Commentaries on Philippians 3:16

• Adam Clarke Bible Commentary · v. 16Whereto we have already attained - Let us not lose that part of the race which we have already run, let us walk by the same rule - let us keep the white line continually in view, let us mind the same thing, always considering the glorious prize which is held out by God through Christ Jesus to animate and encourage us. The MSS., versions and fathers of the Alexandrian recension or edition, and which are supposed by Griesbach and others to contain the…Read the comment
• Barnes’ Notes on the Bible · v. 16Nevertheless, whereto we have already attained, let us walk by the same rule - This is a most wise and valuable rule, and a rule that would save much difficulty and contention in the church, if it were honestly applied. The meaning is this, that though there might be different degrees of attainment among Christians, and different views on many subjects, yet there were points in which all could agree; there were attainments which they all had made, and in…Read the comment
• Matthew Henry Concise Commentary · v. 12-21Verses 12-21 This simple dependence and earnestness of soul, were not mentioned as if the apostle had gained the prize, or were already made perfect in the Saviour's likeness. He forgot the things which were behind, so as not to be content with past labours or present measures of grace. He reached forth, stretched himself forward towards his point; expressions showing great concern to become more and more like unto Christ. He who runs a race, must never…Read the comment
• Tyndale Open Study Notes · v. 16we must live up to what we have already attained: Believers should not go backward in their faith. Their way of life should match what they have already learned about Christ.Read the comment
• Jamieson–Fausset–Brown Commentary · v. 1616. The expectation of a new revelation is not to make you less careful in walking according to whatever degree of knowledge of divine things and perfection you have already attained. God makes further revelations to those who walk up to the revelations they already have (Ho 6:3). rule, let us mind the same thing--omitted in the oldest manuscripts. Perhaps partly inserted from Ga 6:16, and Php 2:2. Translate then, "Whereunto we have attained, let us walk…Read the comment

Topics related to Philippians 3:16

• Perseverance
• Unity
• Walking
• Zeal, Religious

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Commentaries on Philippians 3

• 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