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KJB-1611 He exhorteth them to vnitie, and to all humblenesse of minde, by the example of Christs humilitie and exaltation: 12 To a carefull proceeding in the way of saluation, that they bee as lights to the wicked world, 16 and comforts to him their Apostle, who is now ready to bee offered vp to God. 19 He hopeth to send Timothie to them, whom hee greatly commendeth, 25 as Epaphroditus also, whom he presently sendeth to them.
(He exhorteth them to unitie, and to all humblenesse of minde, by the example of Christs humilitie and exaltation: 12 To a careful proceeding in the way of salvation, that they be as lights to the wicked world, 16 and comforts to him their Apostle, who is now ready to be offered up to God. 19 He hopeth to send Timothie to them, whom he greatly commendeth, 25 as Epaphroditus also, whom he presently sendeth/sends to them.)

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Philippians 2 General Notes

Structure and Formatting

Some translations, like the ULT, set apart the lines of verses 6–11. These verses describe the example of Christ. They teach important truths about the person of Jesus.

Religious and Cultural Concepts in This Chapter

Practical instructions

In this chapter Paul gives many practical instructions to the church in Philippi.

Translation Issues in This Chapter

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