New Testament
Book of Philippians
Paul thanks the Philippians for their support and writes about joy while chained. He holds up Christ's humility as the pattern for how believers treat each other.
At a glance
Philippians key facts
- Testament
- New Testament
- Chapters
- 4
- Author
- Paul, writing with Timothy
- When it was written
- Around AD 60 to 62, from prison
- Main theme
- Joy and humility in Christ, whatever the circumstances
- Key verse
- Philippians 4:6
Summary
What is Philippians about?
Paul thanks the Philippians for their support and writes about joy while chained. He holds up Christ's humility as the pattern for how believers treat each other.
Key verse
A key verse in Philippians
“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
4 chapters
Philippians chapters
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Questions
Philippians: common questions
Who wrote the book of Philippians?
Paul, writing with Timothy.
When was Philippians written?
Around AD 60 to 62, from prison.
What is the book of Philippians about?
Paul thanks the Philippians for their support and writes about joy while chained. He holds up Christ's humility as the pattern for how believers treat each other.
How many chapters are in Philippians?
Philippians has 4 chapters, in the New Testament.
What is a key verse in Philippians?
Philippians 4:6: “Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.” (KJV).
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