Philippians 4:1

King James Version:

(The Lord speaking is red text)

¶ Therefore, my brethren dearly beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, [my] dearly beloved.

Complete Jewish Bible:

So, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and my crown, my dear friends, keep standing firm in union with the Lord.

Berean Standard Bible:

Therefore, my brothers, whom I love and long for, my joy and crown, that is how you must stand firm in the Lord, my beloved.

American Standard Version:

Wherefore, my brethren beloved and longed for, my joy and crown, so stand fast in the Lord, my beloved.

KJV with Strong’s Numbers:

Therefore^{G5620}, my^{G3450} brethren^{G80} dearly beloved^{G27} and^{G2532} longed for^{G1973}, my^{G3450} joy^{G5479} and^{G2532} crown^{G4735}, so^{G3779} stand fast^{G4739} in^{G1722} the Lord^{G2962}, my dearly beloved^{G27}.

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Commentary for Philippians 4:1

Philippians 4:1 is part of the Apostle Paul's letter to the Christian community in Philippi, a city in Macedonia. This verse is situated towards the end of the letter, where Paul typically offers final exhortations and personal greetings. In this context, Paul is addressing the Philippians as his "brethren dearly beloved and longed for," indicating a deep affection and sense of connection with the recipients of his letter.

The themes of this verse include steadfastness in faith, brotherly love, and the joy that comes from a shared commitment to Christ. Paul describes the Philippians as his "joy and crown," suggesting that their spiritual well-being and growth bring him great satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment. The call to "stand fast in the Lord" is a directive to remain firm in their faith and commitment to Jesus Christ, despite any challenges or persecutions they might face.

Historically, the church in Philippi was one of the first European churches established by Paul during his second missionary journey, as recorded in Acts 16. The Philippians were known for their generosity and partnership in the gospel (Philippians 1:5, 4:15-16), and Paul's letter to them is characterized by a warm and affectionate tone. His encouragement to stand firm in the Lord reflects the early Christian understanding of the need for perseverance in faith amidst the struggles of living out Christian principles in a non-Christian society.

In summary, Philippians 4:1 encapsulates Paul's pastoral care and affection for the Philippian believers, urging them to maintain their spiritual stance and continue in their faithful walk with Christ, which is a source of joy and pride for him as their spiritual mentor. This verse underscores the importance of community, mutual support, and enduring faith in the early Christian experience.

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Strong's Numbers and Definitions:

Note: H = Hebrew (OT), G = Greek (NT)

1. Strong's Number: G5620
   There are 83 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ὥστε
   Transliteration: hṓste
   Pronunciation: hoce'-teh
   Description: from ὡς and τέ; so too, i.e. thus therefore (in various relations of consecution, as follow):--(insomuch) as, so that (then), (insomuch) that, therefore, to, wherefore.
   
2. Strong's Number: G3450
   There are 471 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: μοῦ
   Transliteration: moû
   Pronunciation: moo
   Description: the simpler form of ἐμοῦ; of me:--I, me, mine (own), my.
   
3. Strong's Number: G80
   There are 344 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀδελφός
   Transliteration: adelphós
   Pronunciation: ad-el-fos'
   Description: from Α (as a connective particle) and (the womb); a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like Α):--brother.
   
4. Strong's Number: G27
   There are 698 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἀγαπητός
   Transliteration: agapētós
   Pronunciation: ag-ap-ay-tos'
   Description: from ἀγαπάω; beloved:--(dearly, well) beloved, dear.
   
5. Strong's Number: G2532
   There are 5212 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: καί
   Transliteration: kaí
   Pronunciation: kahee
   Description: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.
   
6. Strong's Number: G1973
   There are 1 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: ἐπιπόθητος
   Transliteration: epipóthētos
   Pronunciation: ep-ee-poth'-ay-tos
   Description: from ἐπί and a derivative of the latter part of ἐπιποθέω; yearned upon, i.e. greatly loved:--longed for.
   
7. Strong's Number: G5479
   There are 57 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: χαρά
   Transliteration: chará
   Pronunciation: khar-ah'
   Description: from χαίρω; cheerfulness, i.e. calm delight:--gladness, X greatly, (X be exceeding) joy(-ful, -fully, -fulness, -ous).
   
8. Strong's Number: G4735
   There are 18 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: στέφανος
   Transliteration: stéphanos
   Pronunciation: stef'-an-os
   Description: from an apparently primary (to twine or wreathe); a chaplet (as a badge of royalty, a prize in the public games or a symbol of honor generally; but more conspicuous and elaborate than the simple fillet, διάδημα), literally or figuratively:--crown.
   
9. Strong's Number: G3779
   There are 206 instances of this translation in the Bible
   Lemma: οὕτω
   Transliteration: hoútō
   Pronunciation: hoo'-toce
   Description: adverb from οὗτος; in this way (referring to what precedes or follows):--after that, after (in) this manner, as, even (so), for all that, like(-wise), no more, on this fashion(-wise), so (in like manner), thus, what.
   
10. Strong's Number: G4739
    There are 8 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: στήκω
    Transliteration: stḗkō
    Pronunciation: stay'-ko
    Description: from the perfect tense of ἵστημι; to be stationary, i.e. (figuratively) to persevere:--stand (fast).
    
11. Strong's Number: G1722
    There are 2129 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: ἐν
    Transliteration: en
    Pronunciation: en
    Description: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between εἰς and ἐκ); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (… sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.
    
12. Strong's Number: G2962
    There are 687 instances of this translation in the Bible
    Lemma: κύριος
    Transliteration: kýrios
    Pronunciation: koo'-ree-os
    Description: from (supremacy); supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title):-- God, Lord, master, Sir.