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Philippians

Joy in Christ

The Epistle to the Philippians, also known as the Letter to the Philippians, is a book of the New Testament of the Bible. It is a written letter from the apostle Paul to the Christian community in Philippi. The Letter to the Philippians covers a wide range of subjects, including the nature of Christian joy, the importance of humility and selflessness, and the role of the gospel in the life of the believer. The letter also includes a number of teachings about Christian ethics and the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God. Key figures in the Letter to the Philippians include the apostle Paul, as well as the Christian community in Philippi, who are the recipients of the letter. The letter also mentions various other individuals, such as Timothy and Epaphroditus, who are the subjects of the apostle's teachings and exhortations. The letter also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.

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The Epistle to the Philippians, also known as the Letter to the Philippians, is a book of the New Testament of the Bible. It is a written letter from the apostle Paul to the Christian community in Philippi. The Letter to the Philippians covers a wide range of subjects, including the nature of Christian joy, the importance of humility and selflessness, and the role of the gospel in the life of the believer. The letter also includes a number of teachings about Christian ethics and the importance of living a life that is pleasing to God. Key figures in the Letter to the Philippians include the apostle Paul, as well as the Christian community in Philippi, who are the recipients of the letter. The letter also mentions various other individuals, such as Timothy and Epaphroditus, who are the subjects of the apostle's teachings and exhortations. The letter also includes a number of references to God and his actions, as well as expressions of trust and reliance on him.

Biblical figures

Key figures in Philippians

GodG

God

Supreme Being

IsraelI

Israel

King

JesusJ

Jesus

Prophet

BenB

Ben

Son of Jacob.

BenjaminB

Benjamin

Son of Jacob.

PaulP

Paul

Apostle

EveE

Eve

Mother of all humankind

CaesarC

Caesar

Emperor

PhilipP

Philip

Apostle

T

Timotheus

Disciple and companion of the apostle Paul.

C

Clement

S

Syntyche

Chapters

Thanksgiving and Prayer

Thanksgiving and Prayer

Philippians 1

Paul greets the Philippian church and gives thanks for their partnership in the gospel. He prays for their growth in love and knowledge of Christ.

Humility and Unity

Humility and Unity

Philippians 2

Paul exhorts the Philippians to have the mind of Christ and to live in humility and unity. He reflects on the example of Christ's humility and exaltation.

Righteousness by Faith

Righteousness by Faith

Philippians 3

Paul reflects on his own pursuit of righteousness and the superiority of knowing Christ over any earthly gain. He warns against false teachers and urges the Philippians to follow his example of pursuing righteousness through faith in Jesus Christ.

Rejoice and Pray

Rejoice and Pray

Philippians 4

Paul instructs the Philippians to rejoice in the Lord and to pray about everything. He shares his own experience of contentment in all circumstances. Paul gives final greetings and instructions to the Philippian church, including greetings from fellow workers and greetings from Caesar's household. He closes with a benediction.