Translations
Modern
For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
Traditional
For to me to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
Literal
For to me, to live is Christ and to die is gain.
Latin
Mihi enim vivere Christus est, et mori lucrum.
Original
Greek
English
For to me, to live is Christ, and to die is gain.
Notes
to die is gain: For believers, death is not something to fear. It means going to be with Christ (see 1:23; compare John 5:24; 11:25–26; Romans 8:38–39).
Theme notes and profiles
People
Jesus: The Son of God and Savior of the world
Glossary
Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Death Gospel Philippians, Letter to the Place of the Dead
Topics
Death of the Righteous Death: Desired: Paul Death: Preparation For Decision: The Disciples Devotedness to God: Paul Love: 0F Man for Jesus Ministers: should be Devoted Natural Life: should be Spent in Living to God Resignation: Exemplified Tact: Paul in Turning the Preaching of his Adversaries to Advantage The Atonement: Saints Glorify God For The Cost of Discipleship The Death of Saints is Gain