Ellicott's Commentary On The Whole Bible
Philippians 1 - Introduction
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Introduction (Philippians 1:1).
(1)
SALUTATION (Philippians 1:1).
(2)
THANKSGIVING for their “fellowship in the gospel,” uttered in perfect confidence and in deep personal affection (Philippians 1:3).
(3)
PRAYER for their growth in knowledge and judgment, which may guard them from “offence,” and keep them in the things that are excellent (Philippians 1:9).]