New Testament
Philippians
The Book of Philippians is part of the New Testament of the Douay-Rheims Bible, containing 4 chapters and 520 verses. Read every chapter below, verse by verse.
Author & Date
The Apostle Paul, writing from prison. Around AD 61–62.
Historical Context
Written to a beloved church that had supported Paul financially, this is his warmest and most joyful letter despite being composed in captivity.
Key Themes
Joy in all circumstances, humility modeled on Christ's self-emptying (the hymn in 2:6–11), and contentment.