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Philippians 1:14

New Testament Epistle (Pauline) ASV (1901)

What does Philippians 1:14 say?

The American Standard Version records this verse as: “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.” Read the surrounding verses and the named sources below before drawing broader conclusions.

The verse

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.
Philippians 1:14 — American Standard Version

Context — Philippians 1

American Standard Version (1901) — public domain. Click any verse for its study page.
11being filled with the fruits of righteousness, which are through Jesus Christ, unto the glory and praise of God.
12Now I would have you know, brethren, that the things [which happened] unto me have fallen out rather unto the progress of the gospel;
13so that my bonds became manifest in Christ throughout the whole praetorian guard, and to all the rest;
14and 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.
15Some indeed preach Christ even of envy and strife; and some also of good will:
16the one [do it] of love, knowing that I am set for the defence of the gospel;
17but the other proclaim Christ of faction, not sincerely, thinking to raise up affliction for me in my bonds.
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What do historical commentaries say?

John Gill's Exposition
John Gill (1697–1771) · Exposition of the Old and New Testament · 18th-century historical commentary
“And many of the brethren in the Lord, etc.] This is another instance of the usefulness of the apostle's sufferings, and another proof of their being for the furtherance of the Gospel; they were not only the means of the conversion of many that were without, but were very encouraging and strengthening to them that were within the church, and to many that were in the ministry; who are called “brethren”, some real, others nominal; being partakers of the grace of God, at least in profession, or otherwise they would not have been fit to have been ministers of the word, nor members of a Gospel church, which was necessary to their being regularly sent forth; and whom the apostle calls and owns as…”
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Jamieson, Fausset & Brown
Robert Jamieson, A. R. Fausset & David Brown · Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“Translate as Greek, "And that (Phi 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."”
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Barnes' Notes
Albert Barnes (1798–1870) · Notes on the Whole Bible · 19th-century historical commentary
“And many of the brethren - Many Christians. It is evident from this, that there were already “many” in Rome who professed Christianity. In the Lord - In the Lord Jesus; that is, united to him and to each other by a professed attachment to him. This is a common phrase to, designate Christians. Waxing confident by my bonds - Becoming increasingly bold and zealous in consequence of my being confined. This might have been either: (1)That from the very fact that so distinguished a champion of the truth had been imprisoned, they were excited to do all they could in the cause of the gospel. Or, (2)They were aroused by the fact that the cause of his imprisonment had become generally understood, and…”
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Wesley's Explanatory Notes
John Wesley (1703–1791) · Explanatory Notes upon the New Testament and Old Testament notes · 18th-century historical commentary
“And many - Who were before afraid. Trusting in the Lord through my bonds - When they observed my constancy, and safety not withstanding, are more bold. Philippians 1:15”
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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Tyndale Open Study Notes · Modern study notes
“1:14 As a result of Paul’s courage and boldness, the believers (literally the brothers in the Lord; see study note on 1:12) had become more daring and less fearful in proclaiming God’s message. Paul’s boldness was contagious.”
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Treasury of Scriptural Knowledge
R. A. Torrey and contributors · The Treasury of Scripture Knowledge · Cross-reference reference work
“brethren: Phi 4:1; Col 4:7 waxing: Act 4:23-31; Co2 1:3-7; Eph 3:13, Eph 6:19, Eph 6:20; Col 4:4; Th1 2:2 without: Luk 1:74, Luk 12:5-7 Philippians 1:15”
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