Philippians 3:6
Meaning, cross-references, and a prayer for Philippians 3:6 — by Collins Asein
Quick Summary
Philippians 3:6 is a verse from the book of Philippians in the New Testament. The KJV reads: "Concerning zeal, persecuting the church; touching the righteousness which is in the law, blameless." Below you will find the full verse text, cross-references, meaning, and a prayer based on this scripture.
Philippians 3:6 — KJV
“Concerning zeal, persecuting the church; touching the righteousness which is in the law, blameless.”
— Philippians 3:6 (KJV)
Philippians 3:6 in Context — About the Book of Philippians
Philippians is joy written from a prison cell. Paul, chained to Roman guards, teaches contentment in every circumstance, peace that guards hearts like a garrison, and pressing on toward the prize. Its antidote to anxiety — prayer with thanksgiving — may be the most prescribed verse in Scripture.
Cross-References for Philippians 3:6
“And Moses said unto Hobab, the son of Raguel the Midianite, Moses' father in law, We are journeying unto the place of which the LORD said, I will give it you: come thou with us, and we will do thee good: for the LORD hath spoken good concerning Israel.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:6: concerning, law
“And Samson said concerning them, Now shall I be more blameless than the Philistines, though I do them a displeasure. more...: or, blameless from the Philistines though, etc”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:6: concerning, blameless
“Only the LORD give thee wisdom and understanding, and give thee charge concerning Israel, that thou mayest keep the law of the LORD thy God.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:6: concerning, law
“Forasmuch as thou art sent of the king, and of his seven counsellors, to enquire concerning Judah and Jerusalem, according to the law of thy God which is in thine hand; of the king: Chaldee, from before the king”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:6: concerning, law
“Also we certify you, that touching any of the priests and Levites, singers, porters, Nethinims, or ministers of this house of God, it shall not be lawful to impose toll, tribute, or custom, upon them.”
Shares key themes with Philippians 3:6: touching, law
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