There are two types of exegetical papers that students may be asked to write at columbia but both follow the same basic procedure. This exegetical paper will produce some basic analysis from the history, present and to the future through the content of the text. Summary and application the purpose of this paper has been to perform a thorough exegetical analysis of philippians 2. Main idea of the passage rejoicing while living in christ. Background paper on the epistle to the philippians the city of philippi the city of philippi was located in modern macedonia, which is north of greece. So philippians 2, properly interpreted, establishes the fact that jesus was fully god and fully man, yet he gave up his divine privileges so that he could live as a humble servant doing whatever his father commanded. Study notes philippians 2 111 matters of interpretation. Many people will immediately recall in these verses a description of christs glorification as lord of all. Skeen this passage contains some of the most profound truths taught anywhere in scripture. There was much in the state of the philippian church which filled pauls heart with thankfulness, and nothing which drew forth his censures, but these verses, with their extraordinary energy of pleading, seem to hint that there was some defect in the unity of heart and mind of members of the community. In order to accomplish this purpose a number of greek grammars and commentaries have been consulted. Gods breath publications the proper exegesis of philippians 2. Though we may have different 1 steve weaver, exegetical study of philippians 2.
An exegetical paper is a type of essay that seeks to interpret or explain a certain biblical text. Philippians 2 commentary, one of over 110 bible commentaries freely available, this commentary, originally published in four parts, is a digest of vatious readings and marginal references. Exegetical study of philippians 2 epistle to the philippians paul. In other words, how does the passage relate to what precedes. Kims article in biblica 1988 and our discussion in our introduction to 2 peter. Some people wrongly think that philippians 2 in these verses is telling us that jesus gave up his deity and divinity while he was a man on the earth. To understand the beginning of chapter 2, we need to look first at.
Sample exegesis paper 2 the philippians could follow 3. Gods spirit unites you, and you are concerned for others. They believe that when philippians states that he humbled himself and emptied himself he gave up his essential nature of being god and was simply a mere man who obeyed god in a perfect manner. In this section, paul urges the philippians to live as citizens worthy of the gospel by. The elements that are crucial to your resultantwritten paper should be. To accomplish this objective, the basic contents of this passage will be examined. Studies in exegesis attempts to interpret and explain debates that were argued between 70 c. Pauls letter to the philippians, the apostle exhorts his followers to be faithful to christ. In order to accomplish this purpose, the basic contents of the passage will be surveyed. By surveying the writings of three christian thinkers, i hope to underscore the different ways each author uses the same text but for different reasons. Philippians 2 humble living in light of jesus humble example. It was written to show his appreciation and love to. A 10 page exegetical paper that examines philippians 2.
It is, however, obvious on a casual reading of philippians that paul is in prison 1. This is one of the most widely analyzed texts in christian scripture, probably because of its significance for foundational christian theology the doctrines of the trinity and christology as well as for the life of the christian community. Constantly, the news is filled with the details of war, the clash of cultures in regions such as the middle east, as well as violence within the heart of the nations cities. Verses 111 the apostle proceeds in this chapter where he left off in the last, with further exhortations to christian duties.
Furthermore, all relevant issues from this passage will be examined as well. The purpose of this exegetical paper is to explore the meaning of philippians 2. The book of philippians, well known to be written by paul, continues to be a great source. In fulfillment of the course biblical hermeneutics dr. At least this seems to be indicated by the peculiar expressions in themselves. In addition, any relevant issues from the background of the letter will be. It is also clear that efforts to make the gospel known around paul were bearing fruit and this is emphasized in friendly letter to the philippians and part of his joy. Discipleship lessons, a free online bible study in 9 lessons.
The church can thank phillip and his son alexander for establishing the greek empire, which gave way. Inductive exegetical p apers follow the steps outlined below but the. This book was written to illuminate the jewish side of its very early debate with christianity by taking a fresh look at what jewish sages saw as their issues in what was at stake 2. Two women were prominent in the church philippians 4. Introduction, background, and outline to philippians. But many will not understand the context from which this glorious outburst comes. It is the habitual direction of our lords mind with reference to self that is in the apostles thinking, an attitude of humility and selfabrogation for the. Talbert states that the first person to isolate the passage and. The purpose of this section of the book of philippians was not to expound the logistics of the incarnation, but it was to serve as an example to the church at philippi of true humility, so that they would not strive with one another, but look to the needs of one another philippians 2. But the question remains as to what imprisonment is being referred to. Exhortation to unity and humility 14, after the example of christ 511. Take a look at our grading matrix that outlines the components necessary to write an a paper. When you write up the exegetical paper, you are presenting.
Examples of a papers are also provided to give you an idea of what an a paper looks like. For a comprehensive study of the passage, download the study guide pdf download. The city was founded by phillip ii, the father of alexander the great. Yet he did ask the philippians to see his death as something that would bring glory to god.
Mar 01, 2005 philippians baker exegetical commentary on the new testament silva, moises, yarbrough, robert, stein, robert on. The book of philippians is a prison epistle letter written while in prison. The apostle paul, the author of the book of philippians, certainly. Weekly devotional for pastors, preachers, bible teachers bible study tools thinking about. Enduring word bible commentary philippians chapter 2. Christ is, as always, the point of the pauline letters and arriving at christ, whether through exhortation, logic, works, or affection and charity, is the sole aim. Philippians baker exegetical commentary on the new testament. Such a statement would contradict the whole of pauls gospel. Some exegetical conclusions 249 clays, continues to be confirmed. The theme of joy punctuates the epistle 17 times in some form. A prison letter, it contains a christological hymn about christs humility and exaltation, a glimpse into pauls passion to know christ, and a reflection on prayer and the peace it brings in the midst of stress, conflict, and opponents.
At the time this paper was written, i had done some greek, and in this paper, i was required to demonstrate some knowledge of. At the time this paper was written, i had done some. David guzik commentary on philippians 2, where paul exhorts the philippians to live with. Dec 12, 2014 the purpose of writing this exegetical paper to produce some analysis from chosen topic that is from philippians 2. To understand the beginning of chapter 2, we need to look first at chapter 1. Download file to see previous pages as we read this short book, the philippians obviously have a special place in pauls heart, and beginning with the first words of chapter 2, paul approaches them with a message that seems to flow from his own life blood, from the personal experiences which he had accumulated during his missionary journeys.
Commentary on the book of philippians philippians 1 1paul and timothy, bondservants of christ jesus, to all the saints in christ jesus who are in philippi, including the overseers and deacons. The church at philippi was one of the most generous in financial support 4. Pauls life was going to be a sacrifice for jesus christ, either in life or in death. They key personalities are the apostle paul, timothy, epaphroditus, euodia, and syntyche. The purpose of this paper is to perform a thorough exegetical analysis of philippians 2. Exegetical study of philippians 2111 epistle to the.
He is in prison, but assures the philippian christians that his imprisonment has actually served to spread the gospel. The purpose of this paper is to outline the textual and grammatical issues in philippians 2. Read philippians 2 commentary using matthew henry commentary on the whole bible complete. Tap the title above, next to the arrow, to go to that quiz with a link back to this page. During its interesting history, it was the sight of an important battle where brutus, one of the assassins of julius caesar, was defeated by octavian, who later became caesar augustus. Liberty university school of divinity exegetical paper on philippians 2.
Theme statement of book be christlike in any circumstance, and rejoice in any trial. An expositional study of the letter to the philippians with. An expositional study of the letter to the philippians. The objective of this paper is to achieve a thorough exegetical analysis of philippians 2. Philippians 3 commentary meyers critical and exegetical. The sum total of the thought in the exhortation seems to be that of urging the philippians to emulate in their own lives the distinctive virtues of the lord jesus spoken of in 2. In my conclusion, i will offer several distinctions toward understand the relationships between exegesis and theology. The paper then outlines the meaning of the text beginning with the literal meaning before turning to the spiritual meaning and addressing in turn. He begins by reexamining what he previously cherishes as gain and worth. As such the references were only current at the time of writing. In addition, any relevant issues from the background of the letter will be examined. Paul wasnt being morbid here, asking the philippians to take joy in something as depressing as his death.