Philippians 2:2
New International Version
then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being one in spirit and of one mind.

New Living Translation
Then make me truly happy by agreeing wholeheartedly with each other, loving one another, and working together with one mind and purpose.

English Standard Version
complete my joy by being of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.

Berean Standard Bible
then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose.

Berean Literal Bible
fulfill my joy so that you may be of the same mind, having the same love, united in soul, minding the same thing,

King James Bible
Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

New King James Version
fulfill my joy by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

New American Standard Bible
make my joy complete by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose.

NASB 1995
make my joy complete by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose.

NASB 1977
make my joy complete by being of the same mind, maintaining the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose.

Legacy Standard Bible
fulfill my joy, that you think the same way, by maintaining the same love, being united in spirit, thinking on one purpose,

Amplified Bible
make my joy complete by being of the same mind, having the same love [toward one another], knit together in spirit, intent on one purpose [and living a life that reflects your faith and spreads the gospel—the good news regarding salvation through faith in Christ].

Christian Standard Bible
make my joy complete by thinking the same way, having the same love, united in spirit, intent on one purpose.

Holman Christian Standard Bible
fulfill my joy by thinking the same way, having the same love, sharing the same feelings, focusing on one goal.

American Standard Version
make full my joy, that ye be of the same mind, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind;

Contemporary English Version
Now make me completely happy! Live in harmony by showing love for each other. Be united in what you think, as if you were only one person.

English Revised Version
fulfill ye my joy, that ye be of the same mind, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind;

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Then fill me with joy by having the same attitude and the same love, living in harmony, and keeping one purpose in mind.

Good News Translation
I urge you, then, to make me completely happy by having the same thoughts, sharing the same love, and being one in soul and mind.

International Standard Version
then fill me with joy by having the same attitude, sharing the same love, being united in spirit, and keeping one purpose in mind.

Majority Standard Bible
then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose.

NET Bible
complete my joy and be of the same mind, by having the same love, being united in spirit, and having one purpose.

New Heart English Bible
make my joy full, by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind;

Webster's Bible Translation
Fulfill ye my joy, that ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

Weymouth New Testament
united by mutual love, with harmony of feeling giving your minds to one and the same object.

World English Bible
make my joy full by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind;
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
fulfill my joy, that you may mind the same thing—having the same love—of one soul—minding the one thing,

Berean Literal Bible
fulfill my joy so that you may be of the same mind, having the same love, united in soul, minding the same thing,

Young's Literal Translation
fulfil ye my joy, that ye may mind the same thing -- having the same love -- of one soul -- minding the one thing,

Smith's Literal Translation
Fill ye up my joy, that ye may have the same in mind, having the same love, unanimous, being one in mind.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Fulfil ye my joy, that you may be of one mind, having the same charity, being of one accord, agreeing in sentiment.

Catholic Public Domain Version
complete my joy by having the same understanding, holding to the same charity, being of one mind, with the same sentiment.

New American Bible
complete my joy by being of the same mind, with the same love, united in heart, thinking one thing.

New Revised Standard Version
make my joy complete: be of the same mind, having the same love, being in full accord and of one mind.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Complete my joy by being in one accord and one love and one soul and one mind.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Fulfill my joy, that you would have one conscience, one love, one soul and one mind;
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
fulfill my joy, that you be of the same mind, having the same love, of one soul, of one mind;

Godbey New Testament
fill my joy, that you may think the same thing, having the same divine love, being like-minded, thinking this one thing;

Haweis New Testament
fulfil ye my joy, that ye may be united in sentiment, having the same love, of one soul, of one mind.

Mace New Testament
compleat my joy, by pursuing the same view, living in mutual love, by being unanimous, and cultivating that harmony.

Weymouth New Testament
united by mutual love, with harmony of feeling giving your minds to one and the same object.

Worrell New Testament
fill ye up my joy, that ye think the same thing; having the same love; united in soul; minding the one thing;

Worsley New Testament
if any bowels of compassion, compleat ye my joy, be like-minded, maintaining the same love, with your souls united, in attending to the one thing needful.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
One in Christ
1Therefore if you have any encouragement in Christ, if any comfort from His love, if any fellowship with the Spirit, if any affection and compassion, 2then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose. 3Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves.…

Cross References
John 17:21-23
that all of them may be one, as You, Father, are in Me, and I am in You. May they also be in Us, so that the world may believe that You sent Me. / I have given them the glory You gave Me, so that they may be one as We are one— / I in them and You in Me—that they may be perfectly united, so that the world may know that You sent Me and have loved them just as You have loved Me.

Romans 15:5-6
Now may the God who gives endurance and encouragement grant you harmony with one another in Christ Jesus, / so that with one mind and one voice you may glorify the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ.

1 Corinthians 1:10
I appeal to you, brothers, in the name of our Lord Jesus Christ, that all of you agree together, so that there may be no divisions among you and that you may be united in mind and conviction.

Ephesians 4:3-6
and with diligence to preserve the unity of the Spirit through the bond of peace. / There is one body and one Spirit, just as you were called to one hope when you were called; / one Lord, one faith, one baptism; ...

Colossians 3:14
And over all these virtues put on love, which is the bond of perfect unity.

1 Peter 3:8
Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.

1 John 4:12
No one has ever seen God; but if we love one another, God remains in us, and His love is perfected in us.

2 Corinthians 13:11
Finally, brothers, rejoice! Aim for perfect harmony, encourage one another, be of one mind, live in peace. And the God of love and peace will be with you.

Galatians 5:22-23
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, / gentleness, and self-control. Against such things there is no law.

1 Thessalonians 5:13
In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another.

Acts 4:32
The multitude of believers was one in heart and soul. No one claimed that any of his possessions was his own, but they shared everything they owned.

Psalm 133:1
A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!

Zephaniah 3:9
For then I will restore pure lips to the peoples, that all may call upon the name of the LORD and serve Him shoulder to shoulder.

Jeremiah 32:39
I will give them one heart and one way, so that they will always fear Me for their own good and for the good of their children after them.

Ezekiel 11:19
And I will give them singleness of heart and put a new spirit within them; I will remove their heart of stone and give them a heart of flesh,


Treasury of Scripture

Fulfill you my joy, that you be like minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

Fulfil.

Philippians 2:16
Holding forth the word of life; that I may rejoice in the day of Christ, that I have not run in vain, neither laboured in vain.

Philippians 1:4,26,27
Always in every prayer of mine for you all making request with joy, …

John 3:29
He that hath the bride is the bridegroom: but the friend of the bridegroom, which standeth and heareth him, rejoiceth greatly because of the bridegroom's voice: this my joy therefore is fulfilled.

that.

Philippians 1:27
Only let your conversation be as it becometh the gospel of Christ: that whether I come and see you, or else be absent, I may hear of your affairs, that ye stand fast in one spirit, with one mind striving together for the faith of the gospel;

like minded.

Philippians 2:20
For I have no man likeminded, who will naturally care for your state.

Philippians 3:15,16
Let us therefore, as many as be perfect, be thus minded: and if in any thing ye be otherwise minded, God shall reveal even this unto you…

Philippians 4:2
I beseech Euodias, and beseech Syntyche, that they be of the same mind in the Lord.

one accord.

Acts 1:14
These all continued with one accord in prayer and supplication, with the women, and Mary the mother of Jesus, and with his brethren.

Acts 2:1,46
And when the day of Pentecost was fully come, they were all with one accord in one place…

Acts 5:12
And by the hands of the apostles were many signs and wonders wrought among the people; (and they were all with one accord in Solomon's porch.

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Philippians 2
1. Paul exhorts them to unity, and to all humbleness of mind, by the example of Christ's humility;
12. to a careful proceeding in the way of salvation, that they be as lights to a wicked world,
16. and comforts to him their apostle, who is now ready to be offered up to God.
19. He hopes to send Timothy to them, and Epaphroditus also.














then make my joy complete
The phrase "make my joy complete" reflects the Apostle Paul's deep emotional connection with the Philippian church. The Greek word for "complete" is "plēroō," which means to fill to the brim or to bring to full measure. Paul is expressing that his joy, which is already present, would reach its fullness if the Philippians live in unity. This highlights the communal aspect of Christian joy, which is not just personal but shared among believers. Historically, Paul’s relationship with the Philippians was one of mutual affection and support, as seen in their financial aid to him (Philippians 4:15-16). Thus, their unity would be a testament to their spiritual maturity and a source of profound joy for Paul.

by being like-minded
The term "like-minded" comes from the Greek "phroneō," which means to think the same way or to be in harmony. This does not imply uniformity in all thoughts but rather a unity in purpose and values. In the context of the early church, which was diverse in terms of ethnicity and social status, being like-minded was crucial for maintaining harmony and effective witness. The call to be like-minded is a call to align with the mind of Christ, as elaborated in Philippians 2:5-11, where Christ’s humility and obedience are exemplified.

having the same love
"Having the same love" emphasizes the agape love that should characterize Christian relationships. The Greek word "agapē" refers to selfless, sacrificial love that seeks the best for others. This love is rooted in the love of Christ, who loved us while we were yet sinners (Romans 5:8). In the historical context of the Philippian church, which faced external pressures and internal disagreements, maintaining the same love was essential for unity and strength. This love transcends personal differences and is a powerful testimony to the transformative power of the Gospel.

being united in spirit
The phrase "united in spirit" is translated from the Greek "sympsychos," which literally means "together in soul." This unity goes beyond mere agreement on doctrinal points; it is a deep, spiritual connection that binds believers together. In the early church, such unity was vital for survival and growth amidst persecution. The unity of spirit is a reflection of the unity within the Trinity and is a work of the Holy Spirit, who indwells and empowers believers to live in harmony.

and purpose
The word "purpose" in this context refers to a shared goal or mission. The Greek word "phroneō," used here again, underscores the importance of having a common mindset and direction. For the Philippians, this purpose was the advancement of the Gospel and the glorification of Christ. Historically, the early church was marked by a singular focus on spreading the message of Jesus, despite facing significant challenges. This shared purpose not only unified them but also propelled the rapid growth of the Christian faith across diverse regions.

(2) That ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.--In this verse there is again a four-fold division; but of a different kind. St. Paul begins with the exhortation not uncommon from him, to be likeminded," that is, to have true sympathy (as in Romans 12:16; Romans 15:5; 2Corinthians 13:11; also Philippians 3:16; Philippians 4:2); which he naturally strengthens by the addition of "having the same love" (that is, a mutual love), to show that the sympathy is to be one not only of mind but of heart. But this does not satisfy him: he rises to the further exhortation to perfect "union of soul" (which is the proper rendering for "being of one accord") in which they shall not only be likeminded, but (in a phrase peculiar to this passage) be actually "of one mind," living in one another, each sinking his individuality in the enthusiasm of a common love.

Verse 2. - Fulfil ye my joy. St. Paul has already (Philippians 1:4) spoken of his joy derived from the life and conduct of the Philippian Christians; now he asks them to complete his joy by living in unity. There were disagreements among them (Philippians 4:2). That ye be like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. The apostle's earnestness leads him to dwell on the idea of unity, clothing the one thought again and again in different words. Βαβαί says Chrysostom, ποσάκις τὸ αὐτὸ λέγει ἀπὸ διαθέσεως πολλῆς. "Having the same love:" loving and beloved; ὁμοίως καὶ φιλεῖν καὶ φιλεῖσθαι (Chrysostom). "Being of one accord σύμψυχοι," Bishop Ellicott renders more literally, "With accordant souls minding the one thing."

Parallel Commentaries ...


Greek
[then] {make} my
μου (mou)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Genitive 1st Person Singular
Strong's 1473: I, the first-person pronoun. A primary pronoun of the first person I.

joy
χαρὰν (charan)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 5479: Joy, gladness, a source of joy. From chairo; cheerfulness, i.e. Calm delight.

complete
πληρώσατέ (plērōsate)
Verb - Aorist Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 4137: From pleres; to make replete, i.e. to cram, level up, or to furnish, satisfy, execute, finish, verify, etc.

by being of one mind,
φρονῆτε (phronēte)
Verb - Present Subjunctive Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 5426: (a) I think, (b) I think, judge, (c) I direct the mind to, seek for, (d) I observe, (e) I care for.

having
ἔχοντες (echontes)
Verb - Present Participle Active - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 2192: To have, hold, possess. Including an alternate form scheo skheh'-o; a primary verb; to hold.

the
τὴν (tēn)
Article - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 3588: The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.

same
αὐτὴν (autēn)
Personal / Possessive Pronoun - Accusative Feminine 3rd Person Singular
Strong's 846: He, she, it, they, them, same. From the particle au; the reflexive pronoun self, used of the third person, and of the other persons.

love,
ἀγάπην (agapēn)
Noun - Accusative Feminine Singular
Strong's 26: From agapao; love, i.e. Affection or benevolence; specially a love-feast.

being united in spirit [and]
σύμψυχοι (sympsychoi)
Adjective - Nominative Masculine Plural
Strong's 4861: Of one accord. From sun and psuche; co-spirited, i.e. Similar in sentiment.

purpose.
ἓν (hen)
Adjective - Accusative Neuter Singular
Strong's 1520: One. (including the neuter Hen); a primary numeral; one.


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