Paul's Letter to the Philippians

About this video

Paula Gooder discusses Paul's letter to the Philippians. Paul's letter to the Philippians is distinct among his epistles, reflecting a warm, thankful tone towards the Philippian community. Despite addressing a few corrections, Paul's pride and appreciation for them shine through. The letter's backdrop is Paul's imprisonment, possibly in Rome or Ephesus, shaping his reflections on Christian success and the proclamation of Christ amid adversity. Philippi, a significant Roman colony and Paul's first European Christian community, adds historical depth. Notably, Philippians 2:5-11 presents a profound Christological passage, possibly a hymn, emphasizing Christ's humility and divinity, sparking debates about its origins and connection to early Christian worship.

Background

Produced in March 2014. Provisional captions.

Paula Gooder is one of the UK's leading biblical scholars and is passionate about making the best of that scholarship accessible to a wide audience. She is Canon Chancellor of St Paul's Cathedral, a Reader and the author of numerous bestselling titles.