Philippians 3:18 cpdv — For many persons, about whom I have often told you (and now tell you, weeping,) are walking as enemies of the cross of…

Catholic Public Domain Version

"For many persons, about whom I have often told you (and now tell you, weeping,) are walking as enemies of the cross of Christ. "

— Philippians 3:18, Catholic Public Domain Version

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Philippians 3 — Context

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Therefore, as many of us as are being perfected, let us agree about this. And if in anything you disagree, God will reveal this to you also.

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Yet truly, whatever point we reach, let us be of the same mind, and let us remain in the same rule.

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Be imitators of me, brothers, and observe those who are walking similarly, just as you have seen by our example.

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For many persons, about whom I have often told you (and now tell you, weeping,) are walking as enemies of the cross of Christ.

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Their end is destruction; their god is their belly; and their glory is in their shame: for they are immersed in earthly things.

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But our way of life is in heaven. And from heaven, too, we await the Savior, our Lord Jesus Christ,

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who will transform the body of our lowliness, according to the form of the body of his glory, by means of that power by which he is even able to subject all things to himself.

Philippians 3:18 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Philippians 3:18 say?
Philippians 3:18 in the Catholic Public Domain Version reads: “For many persons, about whom I have often told you (and now tell you, weeping,) are walking as enemies of the cross of Christ. ”
Where is Philippians 3:18 in the Bible?
Philippians 3:18 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians, chapter 3, verse 18.
Who wrote Philippians?
Philippians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from prison). It was written c. AD 60–62.
What is the book of Philippians about?
Written from prison, Philippians is the most joyful letter in the New Testament — a tender thank-you to a beloved church and a call to humble unity, modeled supremely by Christ who "emptied himself" and was exalted as Lord. Joy in any circumstance is its heartbeat.
What are the major themes of Philippians?
Philippians explores themes including Joy, Humility, Christ-likeness, Contentment, Citizenship in Heaven. These themes shape the meaning and context of Philippians 3:18.
What translation should I read Philippians 3:18 in?
Philippians 3:18 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.
How can I memorize Philippians 3:18?
Philippians 3:18 reads (CPDV): “For many persons, about whom I have often told you (and now tell you, weeping,) are walking as enemies of the cross of Christ. ” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.
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