Philippians 3

Philippians 3:1

Verse 1

To write the same things; to repeat the cautions and instructions which he had given them when present.–Is not grievous; is not painful.

Philippians 3:2

Verse 2

Dogs; a reproachful term, designating arrogant and dangerous men.–The concision; the spirit which insisted upon the spiritual efficacy of the Jewish rite of circumcision.

Philippians 3:3

Verse 3

We are the circumcision; that is, the true children of Abraham, and people of God. The term is used in a similar manner in Romans 2:28,29.–No confidence in the flesh; no trust in such outward bodily rites.

Philippians 3:5

Verse 5

The eighth day; the regular time appointed by the law. (Genesis 17:12.)

Philippians 3:6

Verse 6

Concerning zeal; in respect to zeal.–The righteousness which is in the law; the fulfilment of all the outward Mosaic rites.

Philippians 3:7

Verse 7

Were gain to me; were prized and valued.

Philippians 3:8

Verse 8

But loss for, &c.; of no value in comparison with.

Philippians 3:10

Verse 10

Know–the power of his resurrection, and the fellowship of his sufferings; experience the powerful influences of his resurrection, and share his sufferings.–Being made conformable unto his death;–ready to follow him in his death.

Philippians 3:12

Verse 12

Were already perfect; had perfected or completed my course so as to attain the final reward.–Apprehend; receive.

Philippians 3:13

Verse 13

I count not; I consider not.

Philippians 3:15

Verse 15

As many as be perfect; all those whose Christian characters are advanced and mature.–Be otherwise minded; if they have not attained to the views above inculcated.