Philippians 1:12-14, Philippians 1:28, Philippians 1:29 NIV

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Philippians 1:13

So that my bonds became manifest in Christ throughout the whole praetorian guard, and to all the rest.The praetorian guard ... The KJV's rendition of this as "the palace," has been rejected on what appears to be sufficient grounds; but the mention of "saints in Caesar's household" (Philippians 4:22) surely indicates that the word of the gospel was assuredly known "in the palace," whether or not this verse states the fact.Lightfoot, especially, did extensive work to prove that "praetorian" as... read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Philippians 1:14

And that most of the brethren in the Lord, being confident through my bonds, are more abundantly bold to speak the word of God without fear.Wesley explained the renewed vigor and courage of "most of the brethren in the Lord" as being due to the fact that "They saw in Paul, as they had never seen before, the presence, power and sufficient grace of Christ."[31]The fact that such a notable character as Paul was permitted for at least a couple of years to continue day by day preaching the gospel... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philippians 1:12

Philippians 1:12. But I would ye should understand,— The Philippians, from the great affection they bore to St. Paul, being much concerned on account of his present sufferings, he labours, from this to the 26th verse, to abate their concern, by representing to them how useful his bonds had been to promote and spread the gospel; how calm and easy he was under all his trouble, and how entirely resigned to the will and service of Christ; and withal lets them know, that he was verily persuaded that... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philippians 1:13

Philippians 1:13. So that my bonds in Christ are manifest— "So that my bonds in or for Christ are manifested and taken notice of in all the palace of Caesar, and all other places in and about the city; and have seemed so remarkable, that many have been excited to inquire, much to their own satisfaction and advantage, what there was in this new and unknown religion, which could animate me so cheerfully to endure hardships and persecution in its defence; for they soon traced up my sufferings to... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philippians 1:14

Philippians 1:14. Waxing confident by my bonds, &c.— Encouraged by my bonds, preach the word with greater freedom and intrepidity. read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:12

12. understand—Greek, "know." The Philippians probably had feared that his imprisonment would hinder the spread of the Gospel; he therefore removes this fear. the things which happened unto me—Greek, "the things concerning me." rather—so far is my imprisonment from hindering the Gospel. Faith takes in a favorable light even what seems adverse [BENGEL] (Philippians 1:19; Philippians 1:28; Philippians 2:17). read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:13

13. my bonds in Christ—rather as Greek, "So that my bonds have become manifest in Christ," that is, known, as endured in Christ's cause. palace—literally, "Prætorium," that is, the barrack of the Prætorian guards attached to the palace of Nero, on the Palatine hill at Rome; not the general Prætorian camp outside of the city; for this was not connected with "Cæsar's household," which :- shows the Prætorium here meant was. The emperor was "Prætor," or Commander-in-Chief; naturally then the... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:14

14. Translate as Greek, "And that (Philippians 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 more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 1:3-26

II. PROLOGUE 1:3-26 read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 1:12

This verse is a topic sentence for all that follows through Philippians 1:26. Whenever Paul wrote, "I want you to know," he introduced something important (cf. 2 Corinthians 13:6; 2 Timothy 3:1).His readers could very understandably have concluded that Paul’s imprisonment had brought the building of the church of Jesus Christ to a standstill, or at least slowed its progress significantly. However the apostle announced that this had not happened. Rather his imprisonment was resulting in the... read more

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Philippians 1:13

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Philippians 1:14

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philippians 1:12

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philippians 1:13

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Philippians 1:14

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:12

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:13

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Philippians 1:14

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 1:3-26

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Philippians 1:12

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