9 And this is my prayer: that your love may abound more and more in knowledge and depth of insight,

Other Translations of Philippians 1:9

King James Version

9 And this I pray, that your love may abound yet more and more in knowledge and in all judgment; judgment: or, sense

English Standard Version

9 And it is my prayer that your love may abound more and more, with knowledge and all discernment,

The Message

9 So this is my prayer: that your love will flourish and that you will not only love much but well. Learn to love appropriately. You need to use your head and test your feelings

New King James Version

9 And this I pray, that your love may abound still more and more in knowledge and all discernment,

New Living Translation

9 I pray that your love will overflow more and more, and that you will keep on growing in knowledge and understanding.

Matthew Henry's Commentary on Philippians 1:9

Commentary on Philippians 1:8-11

(Read Philippians 1:8-11)

Shall not we pity and love those souls whom Christ loves and pities? Those who abound in any grace, need to abound more. Try things which differ; that we may approve the things which are excellent. The truths and laws of Christ are excellent; and they recommend themselves as such to any attentive mind. Sincerity is that in which we should have our conversation in the world, and it is the glory of all our graces. Christians should not be apt to take offence, and should be very careful not to offend God or the brethren. The things which most honour God will most benefit us. Let us not leave it doubtful whether any good fruit is found in us or not. A small measure of Christian love, knowledge, and fruitfulness should not satisfy any.