Phili 1:12 | JFB | e4.org | 12. understand — Greek, "know." The Philippians probably had feared that his imprisonment would hinder the spread of the Gospel; he therefore removes this fear. the things which happened unto me — Greek, "the things concerning me." rather —so far is my imprisonment from hindering the Gospel. Faith takes in a favorable light even what seems adverse [BENGEL ] ( ).

‏ Philippians 1:12

12. understand—Greek, "know." The Philippians probably had feared that his imprisonment would hinder the spread of the Gospel; he therefore removes this fear.

the things which happened unto me—Greek, "the things concerning me."

rather—so far is my imprisonment from hindering the Gospel. Faith takes in a favorable light even what seems adverse [BENGEL] (Php 1:19, 28; Php 2:17).