Philippians 2:15New American Standard Bible (NASB ©1995) [2]
— so that you will prove yourselves to be blameless and innocent, children of God above reproach in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you appear as lights in the world,
King James Version (KJV 1769) [2]
— That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;
English Revised Version (ERV 1885)
— that ye may be blameless and harmless, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom ye are seen as lights in the world,
American Standard Version (ASV 1901) [2]
— that ye may become blameless and harmless, children of God without blemish in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom ye are seen as lights in the world,
Webster's Revision of the KJB (WEB 1833)
— That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;
Darby's Translation (DBY 1890)
— that ye may be harmless and simple, irreproachable children of God in the midst of a crooked and perverted generation; among whom ye appear as lights in [the] world,
Rotherham's Emphasized Bible (EBR 1902)
— In order that ye may become faultless and inviolate, children of God, blameless amidst a crooked and perverted generation, amongst whom ye appear as luminaries in the world,
Young's Literal Translation (YLT 1898)
— that ye may become blameless and harmless, children of God, unblemished in the midst of a generation crooked and perverse, among whom ye do appear as luminaries in the world,
Douay-Rheims Challoner Revision (DR 1750)
— That you may be blameless and sincere children of God, without reproof, in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation: among whom you shine as lights in the world.
Geneva Bible (GNV 1560)
— That ye may be blamelesse, ? pure, and the sonnes of God without rebuke in the middes of a naughtie and crooked nation, among whom yee shine as lights in the world,
Original King James Bible (AV 1611) [2]
— That yee may bee blamelesse and harmelesse, the sonnes of God, without rebuke, in the middes of a crooked and peruerse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world:
Lamsa Bible (1957)
— That you may be sincere and blameless, like the innocent children of God, in the midst of a crooked and perverse generation, among whom you shine as lights in the world;
John Etheridge Peshitta-Aramaic NT (1849)
— that you may be perfect and without spot, as the pure children of Aloha, who dwell in a generation depraved and perverse; and be manifest among them as luminaries in the world,
James Murdock Peshitta-Aramaic NT (1852)
— that ye may be perfect and without blemish, as the sincere children of God, who are resident in a perverse and crooked generation; and that ye may appear among them as luminaries in the world; |
That
2443 {2443} Primeἵναhina{hin'-ah}
Probably from the same as the former part of G1438 (through the demonstrative idea; compare G3588); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result).
ye may be
1096 {1096} Primeγίνομαιginomai{ghin'-om-ahee}
A prolonged and middle form of a primary verb; to cause to be ('gen' -erate), that is, (reflexively) to become ( come into being), used with great latitude (literally, figuratively, intensively, etc.).
z5638 <5638> Grammar
Tense - Second Aorist (See G5780) Voice - Middle Deponent (See G5788) Mood - Subjunctive (See G5792) Count - 66
blameless
273 {0273} Primeἄμεμπτοςamemptos{am'-emp-tos}
From G0001 (as a negative particle) and a derivative of G3201; irreproachable.
and
2532 {2532} Primeκαίkai{kahee}
Apparently a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so, then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words.
harmless,
185 {0185} Primeἀκέραιοςakeraios{ak-er'-ah-yos}
From G0001 (as a negative particle) and a presumed derivative of G2767; unmixed, that is, (figuratively) innocent.
the sons
5043 {5043} Primeτέκνονteknon{tek'-non}
From the base of G5098; a child (as produced).
of God,
2316 {2316} Primeθεόςtheos{theh'-os}
Of uncertain affinity; a deity, especially (with G3588) the supreme Divinity; figuratively a magistrate; by Hebraism very.
without rebuke,
298 {0298} Primeἀμώμητοςamometos{am-o'-may-tos}
From G0001 (as a negative particle) and a derivative of G3469; unblameable.
in
1722 {1722} Primeἐνen{en}
A primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), that is, a relation of rest (intermediate between G1519 and G1537); ' in', at, (up-) on, by, etc.
the midst
3319 {3319} Primeμέσοςmesos{mes'-os}
From G3326; middle (as adjective or [neuter] noun).
of a crooked
4646 {4646} Primeσκολιόςskolios{skol-ee-os'}
From the base of G4628; warped, that is, winding; figuratively perverse.
and
2532 {2532} Primeκαίkai{kahee}
Apparently a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so, then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words.
perverse
1294 {1294} Primeδιαστρέφωdiastrepho{dee-as-tref'-o}
From G1223 and G4762; to distort, that is, (figuratively) misinterpret, or (morally) corrupt.
z5772 <5772> Grammar
Tense - Perfect (See G5778) Voice - Passive (See G5786) Mood - Participle (See G5796) Count - 463
nation,
1074 {1074} Primeγενεάgenea{ghen-eh-ah'}
From (a presumed derivative of) G1085; a generation; by implication an age (the period or the persons).
among
1722 {1722} Primeἐνen{en}
A primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), that is, a relation of rest (intermediate between G1519 and G1537); ' in', at, (up-) on, by, etc.
whom
3739 {3739} Primeὅςhos{hos}
Probably a primary word (or perhaps a form of the article G3588); the relative (sometimes demonstrative) pronoun, who, which, what, that.
ye shine
5316 {5316} Primeφαίνωphaino{fah'-ee-no}
Prolongation for the base of G5457; to lighten ( shine), that is, show (transitive or intransitive, literal or figurative).
z5743 <5743> Grammar
Tense - Present (See G5774) Voice - Passive (See G5786) Mood - Indicative (See G5791) Count - 271
as
5613 {5613} Primeὡςhos{hoce}
Probably adverb of comparative from G3739; which how, that is, in that manner (very variously used as shown).
lights
5458 {5458} Primeφωστήρphoster{foce-tare'}
From G5457; an illuminator, that is, (concretely) a luminary, or (abstractly) brilliancy.
in
1722 {1722} Primeἐνen{en}
A primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), that is, a relation of rest (intermediate between G1519 and G1537); ' in', at, (up-) on, by, etc.
the world;
2889 {2889} Primeκόσμοςkosmos{kos'-mos}
Probably from the base of G2865; orderly arrangement, that is, decoration; by implication the world (in a wide or narrow sense, including its inhabitants, literally or figuratively [morally]). |
Philippians 2:15
_ _ blameless and harmless — without either the repute of mischief, or the inclination to do it [Alford].
_ _ sons — rather as Greek, “the children of God” (Romans 8:14-16). Imitation of our heavenly Father is the instinctive guide to our duty as His children, more than any external law (Matthew 5:44, Matthew 5:45, Matthew 5:48).
_ _ without rebuke — “without (giving handle for) reproach.” The whole verse tacitly refers by contrast to Deuteronomy 32:5, “Their spot ... not ... of His children ... a perverse and crooked generation” (compare 1 Peter 2:12).
_ _ ye shine — literally, “appear” [Trench]. “Show yourselves” (compare Matthew 5:14-16; Ephesians 5:8-13).
_ _ as lights in the world — The Greek expresses “as luminaries in the world,” as the sun and moon, “the lights,” or “great lights,” in the material world or in the firmament. The Septuagint uses the very same Greek word in the passage, Genesis 1:14, Genesis 1:16; compare Note, see on Revelation 21:11. |
Philippians 2:15
That ye may be blameless — Before men. And simple — Before God, aiming at him alone. As the sons of God — The God of love; acting up to your high character. Unrebukable in the midst of a crooked — Guileful, serpentine, and perverse generation — Such as the bulk of mankind always were. Crooked — By a corrupt nature, and yet more perverse by custom and practice. |
Philippians 2:15
(7) That ye may be blameless and harmless, the sons of God, without rebuke, in the midst of a crooked and perverse nation, among whom ye shine as lights in the world;
(7) To be short, he requires a life without fault, and pure, so that being enlightened with the word of God, they may shine in the darkness of this world. |
- blameless:
Luke 1:6 And they were both righteous before God, walking in all the commandments and ordinances of the Lord blameless.
1 Corinthians 1:8 Who shall also confirm you unto the end, [that ye may be] blameless in the day of our Lord Jesus Christ.
Ephesians 5:27 That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.
1 Thessalonians 5:23 And the very God of peace sanctify you wholly; and [I pray God] your whole spirit and soul and body be preserved blameless unto the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ.
1 Timothy 3:2 A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach;
1 Timothy 3:10 And let these also first be proved; then let them use the office of a deacon, being [found] blameless.
1 Timothy 5:7 And these things give in charge, that they may be blameless.
Titus 1:6 If any be blameless, the husband of one wife, having faithful children not accused of riot or unruly.
2 Peter 3:14 Wherefore, beloved, seeing that ye look for such things, be diligent that ye may be found of him in peace, without spot, and blameless.
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- and:
Matthew 10:16 Behold, I send you forth as sheep in the midst of wolves: be ye therefore wise as serpents, and harmless as doves.
Romans 16:19 For your obedience is come abroad unto all [men]. I am glad therefore on your behalf: but yet I would have you wise unto that which is good, and simple concerning evil.
Hebrews 7:26 For such an high priest became us, [who is] holy, harmless, undefiled, separate from sinners, and made higher than the heavens;
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- harmless:
- or, sincere,
Philippians 1:10 That ye may approve things that are excellent; that ye may be sincere and without offence till the day of Christ;
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- sons:
Matthew 5:45 That ye may be the children of your Father which is in heaven: for he maketh his sun to rise on the evil and on the good, and sendeth rain on the just and on the unjust.
Matthew 5:48 Be ye therefore perfect, even as your Father which is in heaven is perfect.
Luke 6:35 But love ye your enemies, and do good, and lend, hoping for nothing again; and your reward shall be great, and ye shall be the children of the Highest: for he is kind unto the unthankful and [to] the evil.
2 Corinthians 6:17 Wherefore come out from among them, and be ye separate, saith the Lord, and touch not the unclean [thing]; and I will receive you,
Ephesians 5:1-2 Be ye therefore followers of God, as dear children; ... And walk in love, as Christ also hath loved us, and hath given himself for us an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweetsmelling savour.
Ephesians 5:7 Be not ye therefore partakers with them.
1 Peter 1:14-17 As obedient children, not fashioning yourselves according to the former lusts in your ignorance: ... And if ye call on the Father, who without respect of persons judgeth according to every man's work, pass the time of your sojourning [here] in fear:
1 Peter 2:9 But ye [are] a chosen generation, a royal priesthood, an holy nation, a peculiar people; that ye should shew forth the praises of him who hath called you out of darkness into his marvellous light:
1 John 3:1-3 Behold, what manner of love the Father hath bestowed upon us, that we should be called the sons of God: therefore the world knoweth us not, because it knew him not. ... And every man that hath this hope in him purifieth himself, even as he is pure.
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- rebuke:
1 Timothy 5:14 I will therefore that the younger women marry, bear children, guide the house, give none occasion to the adversary to speak reproachfully.
1 Timothy 5:20 Them that sin rebuke before all, that others also may fear.
Titus 2:10 Not purloining, but shewing all good fidelity; that they may adorn the doctrine of God our Saviour in all things.
Titus 2:15 These things speak, and exhort, and rebuke with all authority. Let no man despise thee.
Revelation 3:9 Behold, I will make them of the synagogue of Satan, which say they are Jews, and are not, but do lie; behold, I will make them to come and worship before thy feet, and to know that I have loved thee.
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- a crooked:
Deuteronomy 32:5 They have corrupted themselves, their spot [is] not [the spot] of his children: [they are] a perverse and crooked generation.
Psalms 122:5 For there are set thrones of judgment, the thrones of the house of David.
Matthew 17:17 Then Jesus answered and said, O faithless and perverse generation, how long shall I be with you? how long shall I suffer you? bring him hither to me.
Acts 20:30 Also of your own selves shall men arise, speaking perverse things, to draw away disciples after them.
1 Peter 2:12 Having your conversation honest among the Gentiles: that, whereas they speak against you as evildoers, they may by [your] good works, which they shall behold, glorify God in the day of visitation.
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- ye shine:
- or, shine ye,
Isaiah 60:1 Arise, shine; for thy light is come, and the glory of the LORD is risen upon thee.
Matthew 5:14-16 Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid. ... Let your light so shine before men, that they may see your good works, and glorify your Father which is in heaven.
John 5:35 He was a burning and a shining light: and ye were willing for a season to rejoice in his light.
Ephesians 5:8 For ye were sometimes darkness, but now [are ye] light in the Lord: walk as children of light:
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Dt 32:5. Ps 122:5. Is 60:1. Mt 5:14, 45, 48; 10:16; 17:17. Lk 1:6; 6:35. Jn 5:35. Ac 20:30. Ro 16:19. 1Co 1:8. 2Co 6:17. Ep 5:1, 7, 8, 27. Php 1:10. 1Th 5:23. 1Ti 3:2, 10; 5:7, 14, 20. Tit 1:6; 2:10, 15. He 7:26. 1P 1:14; 2:9, 12. 2P 3:14. 1Jn 3:1. Rv 3:9. |
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