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Translator's Notes on Philippians (Translator's Notes series)
Translator's Notes on Philippians - Translator's Notes series
Author: William Hanna, Jerry Allen
The Translator's Notes series is a set of commentaries specifically designed for Bible translators, especially those who speak English as a second language. Other Bible translators and consultants will also find this series practical and helpful.Each Translator's Notes volume provides:
  • A careful explanation of words and phrases in the ori...  more »
  • Helpful discussion of cultural background issues, discourse features, and implied information,
  • A clear presentation of textual, interpretation, and translation issues,
  • Translation examples and advice.
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Components of the Notes and Display

Abbreviations and Other Special Forms

Recommended Reference Helps on Philippians

Introduction to the book of Philippians

Outline of the book of PhilippiansTranslator s Notes on Philippians
  • 1:1-2Paul began his letter to the Christians in Philippi
  • 1:3-11 Paul thanked God for the Philippians and prayed for them
  • 1:12-18d Paul rejoiced that people continued to preach the gospel even though he was in prison
  • 1:18e-26 Paul rejoiced because he expected that what was happening would lead to good, whether he lived or died
  • 1:27-30 Paul encouraged the Philippians to live as true followers of Christ
  • 2:1-11 Paul told the believers to be united and as humble as Jesus was
  • 2:12-18 Paul taught that believers should obey God to show other people how God wants people to behave
  • 2:19-30 Paul discussed sending Timothy and Epaphroditus to the Philippians
  • 3:1-4:1 Paul told the Philippians that they should follow his example and trust Christ to make them righteous
  • 4:2-9Paul taught the Philippians how to find peace
  • 4:10-20 Paul thanked the Philippians for their gifts
  • 4:21-23 Paul and those with him sent greetings to all the Philippian believers
Appendix

Additional Bibliography

Endnotes

Guidelines for Using the Translator s Notes Series
ISBN-13: 9781556711336
ISBN-10: 1556711336
Publication Date: 3/1/2002
Pages: 138
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