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Philippians 3

1 Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not irksome, but for you it is safe.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Finally G3063 (λοιπόν) — something remaining (adverbially)
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • rejoice G5463 (χαίρω) — to be "cheer"ful, i.e. calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation (on meeting or parting), be well
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • To write G1125 (γράφω) — to "grave", especially to write; figuratively, to describe
  • the same things G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • to you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • indeed G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • grievous G3636 (ὀκνηρός) — tardy, i.e. indolent; (figuratively) irksome
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • for you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • safe G804 (ἀσφαλής) — secure (literally or figuratively)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

2 Beware of the dogs, beware of the evil workers, beware of the concision:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Beware G991 (βλέπω) — to look at (literally or figuratively)
  • of dogs G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of dogs G2965 (κύων) — a dog ("hound") (literally or figuratively)
  • of G2040 (ἐργάτης) — a toiler; figuratively, a teacher
  • evil G2556 (κακός) — worthless (intrinsically, such; whereas properly refers to effects), i.e. (subjectively) depraved, or (objectively) injurious
  • workers G2040 (ἐργάτης) — a toiler; figuratively, a teacher
  • of the concision G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the concision G2699 (κατατομή) — a cutting down (off), i.e. mutilation (ironically)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

3 for we are the circumcision, who worship by the Spirit of God, and glory in Christ Jesus, and have no confidence in the flesh:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • we G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • are G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • the circumcision G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the circumcision G4061 (περιτομή) — circumcision (the rite, the condition or the people, literally or figuratively)
  • which worship G3000 (λατρεύω) — to minister (to God), i.e. render religious homage
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • in the spirit G4151 (πνεῦμα) — a current of air, i.e. breath (blast) or a breeze; by analogy or figuratively, a spirit, i.e. (human) the rational soul, (by implication) vital principle, men…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • rejoice G2744 (καυχάομαι) — to vaunt (in a good or a bad sense)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • have G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
  • no G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • confidence G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
  • the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

4 though I myself might have confidence even in the flesh: if any other man thinketh to have confidence in the flesh, I yet more:

Cross references & Strong's
Cross references (TSK): 2 Corinthians 11:18
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Though G2539 (καίπερ) — and indeed, i.e. nevertheless or notwithstanding
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • might G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • confidence G4006 (πεποίθησις) — reliance
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the flesh G4561 (σάρξ) — flesh (as stripped of the skin), i.e. (strictly) the meat of an animal (as food), or (by extension) the body (as opposed to the soul (or spirit), or as the sy…
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • any G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • other G243 (ἄλλος) — "else," i.e. different (in many applications)
  • man G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • thinketh G1380 (δοκέω) — compare the base of ) of the same meaning; to think; by implication, to seem (truthfully or uncertainly)
  • that he hath whereof he might trust G3982 (πείθω) — to convince (by argument, true or false); by analogy, to pacify or conciliate (by other fair means); reflexively or passively, to assent (to evidence or autho…
  • more G3123 (μᾶλλον) — (adverbially) more (in a greater degree) or rather

5 circumcised the eighth day, of the stock of Israel, of the tribe of Benjamin, a Hebrew of Hebrews; as touching the law, a Pharisee;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Circumcised G4061 (περιτομή) — circumcision (the rite, the condition or the people, literally or figuratively)
  • the eighth day G3637 (ὀκταήμερος) — an eight-day old person or act
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the stock G1085 (γένος) — "kin" (abstract or concrete, literal or figurative, individual or collective)
  • of Israel G2474 (Ἰσραήλ) — Israel (i.e. Jisrael), the adopted name of Jacob, including his descendants (literally or figuratively)
  • the tribe G5443 (φυλή) — an offshoot, i.e. race or clan
  • of Benjamin G958 (Βενιαμίν) — Benjamin, an Israelite
  • an Hebrew G1445 (Ἑβραῖος) — a Hebræan (i.e. Hebrew) or Jew
  • the Hebrews G1445 (Ἑβραῖος) — a Hebræan (i.e. Hebrew) or Jew
  • as touching G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • a Pharisee G5330 (Φαρισαῖος) — a separatist, i.e. exclusively religious; a Pharisean, i.e. Jewish sectary

6 as touching zeal, persecuting the church; as touching the righteousness which is in the law, found blameless.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Concerning G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • zeal G2205 (ζῆλος) — properly, heat, i.e. (figuratively) "zeal" (in a favorable sense, ardor; in an unfavorable one, jealousy, as of a husband (figuratively, of God), or an enemy,…
  • persecuting G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or figuratively); by implication, to persecute
  • the Assembly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the Assembly G1577 (ἐκκλησία) — a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or sain…
  • touching G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian) justification
  • which G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • is G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • blameless G273 (ἄμεμπτος) — irreproachable

7 Howbeit what things were gain to me, these have I counted loss for Christ.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • But G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • what things G3748 (ὅστις) — which some, i.e. any that; also (definite) which same
  • were G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • gain G2771 (κέρδος) — gain (pecuniary or genitive case)
  • to me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • those G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • I counted G2233 (ἡγέομαι) — to lead, i.e. command (with official authority); figuratively, to deem, i.e. consider
  • loss G2209 (ζημία) — detriment
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

8 Yea verily, and I count all things to be loss for the excellency of the knowledge of Christ Jesus my Lord: for whom I suffered the loss of all things, and do count them but refuse, that I may gain Christ,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Yea G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • doubtless G3304 (μενοῦνγε) — so then at least
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • I count G2233 (ἡγέομαι) — to lead, i.e. command (with official authority); figuratively, to deem, i.e. consider
  • all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • G1510 (εἰμί) — I exist (used only when emphatic)
  • loss G2209 (ζημία) — detriment
  • for G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the excellency G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the excellency G5242 (ὑπερέχω) — to hold oneself above, i.e. (figuratively) to excel; participle (as adjective, or neuter as noun) superior, superiority
  • of the knowledge G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the knowledge G1108 (γνῶσις) — knowing (the act), i.e. (by implication) knowledge
  • of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • my G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • Lord G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I have suffered the loss of G2210 (ζημιόω) — to injure, i.e. (reflexively or passively) to experience detriment
  • all things G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • do count G2233 (ἡγέομαι) — to lead, i.e. command (with official authority); figuratively, to deem, i.e. consider
  • them G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • them G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • dung G4657 (σκύβαλον) — what is thrown to the dogs, i.e. refuse (ordure)
  • that G2443 (ἵνα) — in order that (denoting the purpose or the result)
  • I may win G2770 (κερδαίνω) — to gain (literally or figuratively)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

9 and be found in him, not having a righteousness of mine own, even that which is of the law, but that which is through faith in Christ, the righteousness which is from God by faith:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • And G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • be found G2147 (εὑρίσκω) — to find (literally or figuratively)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • not G3361 (μή) — (adverb) not, (conjunction) lest; also (as an interrogative implying a negative answer (whereas expects an affirmative one)) whether
  • having G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • mine own G1699 (ἐμός) — my
  • righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian) justification
  • which is G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • the law G3551 (νόμος) — law (through the idea of prescriptive usage), genitive case (regulation), specially, (of Moses (including the volume); also of the Gospel), or figuratively (a…
  • but G235 (ἀλλά) — properly, other things, i.e. (adverbially) contrariwise (in many relations)
  • that which is G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • through G1223 (διά) — through (in very wide applications, local, causal, or occasional)
  • the faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salva…
  • of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • the righteousness G1343 (δικαιοσύνη) — equity (of character or act); specially (Christian) justification
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • by G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • faith G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • faith G4102 (πίστις) — persuasion, i.e. credence; moral conviction (of religious truth, or the truthfulness of God or a religious teacher), especially reliance upon Christ for salva…

10 that I may know him, and the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings, becoming conformed unto his death;

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • That G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • I may know G1097 (γινώσκω) — to "know" (absolutely) in a great variety of applications and with many implications (as follow, with others not thus clearly expressed)
  • him G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • the power G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the power G1411 (δύναμις) — force (literally or figuratively); specially, miraculous power (usually by implication, a miracle itself)
  • of G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of G386 (ἀνάστασις) — a standing up again, i.e. (literally) a resurrection from death (individual, genitive case or by implication, (its author)), or (figuratively) a (moral) recov…
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • resurrection G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • resurrection G386 (ἀνάστασις) — a standing up again, i.e. (literally) a resurrection from death (individual, genitive case or by implication, (its author)), or (figuratively) a (moral) recov…
  • the fellowship G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the fellowship G2842 (κοινωνία) — partnership, i.e. (literally) participation, or (social) intercourse, or (pecuniary) benefaction
  • of G3804 (πάθημα) — something undergone, i.e. hardship or pain; subjectively, an emotion or influence
  • sufferings G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • sufferings G3804 (πάθημα) — something undergone, i.e. hardship or pain; subjectively, an emotion or influence
  • being made conformable unto G4833 (συμμορφόω) — to render like, i.e. (figuratively) to assimilate
  • death G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • death G2288 (θάνατος) — (properly, an adjective used as a noun) death (literally or figuratively)

11 if by any means I may attain unto the resurrection from the dead.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • If G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • by any means G4459 (πῶς) — an interrogative particle of manner; in what way? (sometimes the question is indirect, how?); also as exclamation, how much!
  • I might attain G2658 (καταντάω) — to meet against, i.e. arrive at (literally or figuratively)
  • unto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • the resurrection G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the resurrection G1815 (ἐξανάστασις) — a rising from death
  • of the dead G3498 (νεκρός) — dead (literally or figuratively; also as noun)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

12 Not that I have already obtained, or am already made perfect: but I press on, if so be that I may lay hold on that for which also I was laid hold on by Christ Jesus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • as though G3754 (ὅτι) — demonstrative, that (sometimes redundant); causative, because
  • I had G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • already G2235 (ἤδη) — even now
  • attained G2983 (λαμβάνω) — while is more violent, to seize or remove))
  • either G2228 (ἤ) — disjunctive, or; comparative, than
  • were G5048 (τελειόω) — to complete, i.e. (literally) accomplish, or (figuratively) consummate (in character)
  • perfect G5048 (τελειόω) — to complete, i.e. (literally) accomplish, or (figuratively) consummate (in character)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • I follow after G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or figuratively); by implication, to persecute
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • that G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • I may apprehend G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) — to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)
  • that for G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • which G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • I am apprehended G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) — to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)
  • of G5259 (ὑπό) — under, i.e. (with the genitive case) of place (beneath), or with verbs (the agency or means, through); (with the accusative case) of place (whither (underneat…
  • Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites

13 Brethren, I count not myself yet to have laid hold: but one thing I do, forgetting the things which are behind, and stretching forward to the things which are before,

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • I G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • count G3049 (λογίζομαι) — to take an inventory, i.e. estimate (literally or figuratively)
  • not G3756 (οὐ) — the absolute negative (compare ) adverb; no or not
  • myself G1683 (ἐμαυτοῦ) — of myself so likewise the dative case , and accusative case
  • to have apprehended G2638 (καταλαμβάνω) — to take eagerly, i.e. seize, possess, etc. (literally or figuratively)
  • but G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • G3303 (μέν) — properly, indicative of affirmation or concession (in fact); usually followed by a contrasted clause with (this one, the former, etc.)
  • one thing G1520 (εἷς) — one
  • forgetting G1950 (ἐπιλανθάνομαι) — to lose out of mind; by implication, to neglect
  • those things which are G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • behind G3694 (ὀπίσω) — to the back, i.e. aback (as adverb or preposition of time or place; or as noun)
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • reaching forth G1901 (ἐπεκτείνομαι) — to stretch (oneself) forward upon
  • unto those things which are G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • before G1715 (ἔμπροσθεν) — in front of (in place (literally or figuratively) or time)

14 I press on toward the goal unto the prize of the high calling of God in Christ Jesus.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • I press G1377 (διώκω) — compare the base of and ); to pursue (literally or figuratively); by implication, to persecute
  • toward G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the mark G4649 (σκοπός) — perhaps akin to through the idea of concealment; compare ); a watch (sentry or scout), i.e. (by implication) a goal
  • for G1909 (ἐπί) — properly, meaning superimposition (of time, place, order, etc.), as a relation of distribution (with the genitive case), i.e. over, upon, etc.; of rest (with…
  • the prize G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the prize G1017 (βραβεῖον) — an award (of arbitration), i.e. (specially) a prize in the public games
  • of the G2821 (κλῆσις) — an invitation (figuratively)
  • high G507 (ἄνω) — upward or on the top
  • calling G2821 (κλῆσις) — an invitation (figuratively)
  • of God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

15 Let us therefore, as many as are perfect, be thus minded: and if in anything ye are otherwise minded, this also shall God reveal unto you:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Let us G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction)…
  • therefore G3767 (οὖν) — (adverbially) certainly, or (conjunctionally) accordingly
  • as many as G3745 (ὅσος) — as (much, great, long, etc.) as
  • be perfect G5046 (τέλειος) — complete (in various applications of labor, growth, mental and moral character, etc.); neuter (as noun, with ) completeness
  • thus G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • minded G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction)…
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • if G1487 (εἰ) — if, whether, that, etc.
  • in any thing G5100 (τὶς) — some or any person or object
  • ye be G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction)…
  • otherwise G2088 (ἑτέρως) — differently
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • shall reveal G601 (ἀποκαλύπτω) — to take off the cover, i.e. disclose
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • this G3778 (οὗτος) — the he (she or it), i.e. this or that (often with article repeated)
  • unto you G4771 (σύ) — thou

16 only, whereunto we have attained, by that same rule let us walk.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Nevertheless G4133 (πλήν) — moreover (besides), i.e. albeit, save that, rather, yet
  • whereto G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • whereto G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • we have already attained G5348 (φθάνω) — to be beforehand, i.e. anticipate or precede; by extension, to have arrived at
  • let us walk G4748 (στοιχέω) — to march in (military) rank (keep step), i.e. (figuratively) to conform to virtue and piety
  • by G2583 (κανών) — a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
  • the same G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the same G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • rule G2583 (κανών) — a rule ("canon"), i.e. (figuratively) a standard (of faith and practice); by implication, a boundary, i.e. (figuratively) a sphere (of activity)
  • let us mind G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction)…
  • the same thing G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the same thing G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons

17 Brethren, be ye imitators together of me, and mark them that so walk even as ye have us for an ensample.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Brethren G80 (ἀδελφός) — a brother (literally or figuratively) near or remote (much like )
  • be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • followers together G4831 (συμμιμητής) — a co-imitator, i.e. fellow votary
  • of me G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • mark G4648 (σκοπέω) — to take aim at (spy), i.e. (figuratively) regard
  • them which walk G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • so as G3779 (οὕτω) — in this way (referring to what precedes or follows)
  • ye have G2192 (ἔχω) — to hold (used in very various applications, literally or figuratively, direct or remote; such as possession; ability, contiuity, relation, or condition)
  • us G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • for G2531 (καθώς) — just (or inasmuch) as, that
  • an ensample G5179 (τύπος) — a die (as struck), i.e. (by implication) a stamp or scar; by analogy, a shape, i.e. a statue, (figuratively) style or resemblance; specially, a sampler ("type…
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

18 For many walk, of whom I told you often, and now tell you even weeping, that they are the enemies of the cross of Christ:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • many G4183 (πολύς) — (singular) much (in any respect) or (plural) many; neuter (singular) as adverbial, largely; neuter (plural) as adverb or noun often, mostly, largely
  • walk G4043 (περιπατέω) — to tread all around, i.e. walk at large (especially as proof of ability); figuratively, to live, deport oneself, follow (as a companion or votary)
  • of whom G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • I have told G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • you G4771 (σύ) — thou
  • often G4178 (πολλάκις) — many times, i.e. frequently
  • and G1161 (δέ) — but, and, etc.
  • now G3568 (νῦν) — "now" (as adverb of date, a transition or emphasis); also as noun or adjective present or immediate
  • tell you G3004 (λέγω) — properly, to "lay" forth, i.e. (figuratively) relate (in words (usually of systematic or set discourse; whereas and generally refer to an individual express…
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • weeping G2799 (κλαίω) — to sob, i.e. wail aloud (whereas 1145 is rather to cry silently)
  • the enemies G2190 (ἐχθρός) — hateful (passively, odious, or actively, hostile); usually as a noun, an adversary (especially Satan)
  • of the cross G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of the cross G4716 (σταυρός) — a stake or post (as set upright), i.e. (specially), a pole or cross (as an instrument of capital punishment); figuratively, exposure to death, i.e. self-denia…
  • of Christ G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • of Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

19 whose end is perdition, whose god is the belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who mind earthly things.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Whose G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • end G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • end G5056 (τέλος) — properly, the point aimed at as a limit, i.e. (by implication) the conclusion of an act or state (termination (literally, figuratively or indefinitely), resul…
  • destruction G684 (ἀπώλεια) — ruin or loss (physical, spiritual or eternal)
  • God G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • God G2316 (θεός) — a deity, especially (with ) the supreme Divinity; figuratively, a magistrate; by Hebraism, very
  • belly G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • belly G2836 (κοιλία) — a cavity, i.e. (especially) the abdomen; by implication, the matrix; figuratively, the heart
  • and G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • glory G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • glory G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • their G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • shame G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • shame G152 (αἰσχύνη) — shame or disgrace (abstractly or concretely)
  • who G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • mind G5426 (φρονέω) — to exercise the mind, i.e. entertain or have a sentiment or opinion; by implication, to be (mentally) disposed (more or less earnestly in a certain direction)…
  • earthly things G1919 (ἐπίγειος) — worldly (physically or morally)
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)

20 For our citizenship is in heaven; whence also we wait for a Saviour, the Lord Jesus Christ:

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • For G1063 (γάρ) — properly, assigning a reason (used in argument, explanation or intensification; often with other particles)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • conversation G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • conversation G4175 (πολίτευμα) — a community, i.e. (abstractly) citizenship (figuratively)
  • is G5225 (ὑπάρχω) — to begin under (quietly), i.e. come into existence (be present or at hand); expletively, to exist (as copula or subordinate to an adjective, participle, adver…
  • in G1722 (ἐν) — "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.
  • heaven G3772 (οὐρανός) — the sky; by extension, heaven (as the abode of God); by implication, happiness, power, eternity; specially, the Gospel (Christianity)
  • from G1537 (ἐκ) — literal or figurative; direct or remote)
  • whence G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • also G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • we look G553 (ἀπεκδέχομαι) — to expect fully
  • for the Saviour G4990 (σωτήρ) — a deliverer, i.e. God or Christ
  • the Lord G2962 (κύριος) — supreme in authority, i.e. (as noun) controller; by implication, Master (as a respectful title)
  • Jesus G2424 (Ἰησοῦς) — Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites
  • Christ G5547 (Χριστός) — anointed, i.e. the Messiah, an epithet of Jesus

21 who shall fashion anew the body of our humiliation, that it may be conformed to the body of his glory, according to the working whereby he is able even to subject all things unto himself.

Cross references & Strong's
Strong's numbers (from RLT):
  • Who G3739 (ὅς) — the relatively (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that
  • shall change G3345 (μετασχηματίζω) — to transfigure or disguise; figuratively, to apply (by accommodation)
  • our G1473 (ἐγώ)
  • vile G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • vile G5014 (ταπείνωσις) — depression (in rank or feeling)
  • body G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • body G4983 (σῶμα) — the body (as a sound whole), used in a very wide application, literally or figuratively
  • that G1519 (εἰς) — to or into (indicating the point reached or entered), of place, time, or (figuratively) purpose (result, etc.); also in adverbial phrases
  • it G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • may be G1096 (γίνομαι) — to cause to be ("gen"-erate), i.e. (reflexively) to become (come into being), used with great latitude (literal, figurative, intensive, etc.)
  • fashioned like unto G4832 (σύμμορφος) — jointly formed, i.e. (figuratively) similar
  • his G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • glorious G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • glorious G1391 (δόξα) — glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)
  • according to G2596 (κατά) — (prepositionally) down (in place or time), in varied relations (according to the case (genitive, dative or accusative) with which it is joined)
  • the working G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • the working G1753 (ἐνέργεια) — efficiency ("energy")
  • whereby G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)
  • he G846 (αὐτός) — the reflexive pronoun self, used (alone or in the compound ) of the third person , and (with the proper personal pronoun) of the other persons
  • is able G1410 (δύναμαι) — to be able or possible
  • even G2532 (καί) — and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words
  • to subdue G5293 (ὑποτάσσω) — to subordinate; reflexively, to obey
  • all things G3956 (πᾶς) — all, any, every, the whole
  • unto himself G1438 (ἑαυτοῦ) — him- (her-, it-, them-, also (in conjunction with the personal pronoun of the other persons) my-, thy-, our-, your-) self (selves), etc.
  • G3588 (ὁ) — the (sometimes to be supplied, at others omitted, in English idiom)