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Philippians 4:2
I urge Euodia and Syntyche to agree with each other in the Lord.
Berean Standard Bible
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Study note
Setting — Paul writes to the Philippian church from imprisonment, directly naming Euodia and Syntyche immediately after commanding the congregation to stand firm in the Lord (Philippians 4:1) and just before requesting a "true yokefellow" to assist them (Philippians 4:3).
The words — The text employs παρακαλῶ (parakalō), literally "I exhort" or "I urge," and φρονεῖν (phronein), meaning "to be of mind" or "to share the same disposition."
The thread — The call for unified conduct echoes Hebrews 12:14's command to pursue peace with everyone, 1 Corinthians 1:10's appeal that believers "agree together," and Mark 9:50's instruction to "have salt among yourselves" in mutual harmony.
Why it lands — The verse demands that named individuals reconcile their differences by submitting to shared Lordship rather than personal preference, requiring readers to prioritize ecclesial unity and practical obedience over private grievance.
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The Greek words
King James Version
I beseech Euodias, and beseech Syntyche, that they be of the same mind in the Lord.
Cross-references
- Hebrews 12:14 Pursue peace with everyone, as well as holiness, without which no one will see the Lord.
- 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.
- Mark 9:50 Salt is good, but if the salt loses its saltiness, with what will you season it? Have salt among yourselves, and be at peace with one another.”
- 1 Peter 3:8 Finally, all of you, be like-minded and sympathetic, love as brothers, be tenderhearted and humble.
- Philippians 2:2 then make my joy complete by being like-minded, having the same love, being united in spirit and purpose.
- Ephesians 4:1 As a prisoner in the Lord, then, I urge you to walk in a manner worthy of the calling you have received:
- 1 Thessalonians 5:13 In love, hold them in highest regard because of their work. Live in peace with one another.
- Genesis 45:24 Then Joseph sent his brothers on their way, and as they were leaving, he said to them, “Do not quarrel on the way!”
- Psalms 133:1 A song of ascents. Of David. Behold, how good and pleasant it is when brothers live together in harmony!
- Romans 12:16 Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but associate with the lowly. Do not be conceited.