Philippians 4:4
New International Version
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

New Living Translation
Always be full of joy in the Lord. I say it again—rejoice!

English Standard Version
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

Berean Standard Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

Berean Literal Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!

King James Bible
Rejoice in the Lord alway: and again I say, Rejoice.

New King James Version
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, rejoice!

New American Standard Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!

NASB 1995
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!

NASB 1977
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!

Legacy Standard Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!

Amplified Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always [delight, take pleasure in Him]; again I will say, rejoice!

Christian Standard Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

Holman Christian Standard Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

American Standard Version
Rejoice in the Lord always: again I will say, Rejoice.

Contemporary English Version
Always be glad because of the Lord! I will say it again: Be glad.

English Revised Version
Rejoice in the Lord alway: again I will say, Rejoice.

GOD'S WORD® Translation
Always be joyful in the Lord! I'll say it again: Be joyful!

Good News Translation
May you always be joyful in your union with the Lord. I say it again: rejoice!

International Standard Version
Keep on rejoicing in the Lord at all times. I will say it again: Keep on rejoicing!

Majority Standard Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice!

NET Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I say, rejoice!

New Heart English Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again I will say, Rejoice.

Webster's Bible Translation
Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice.

Weymouth New Testament
Always be glad in the Lord: I will repeat it, be glad.

World English Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always! Again I will say, “Rejoice!”
Literal Translations
Literal Standard Version
Rejoice in the LORD always; again I will say, rejoice!

Berean Literal Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice!

Young's Literal Translation
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice;

Smith's Literal Translation
Rejoice in the Lord always: again say I, Do ye rejoice.
Catholic Translations
Douay-Rheims Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always; again, I say, rejoice.

Catholic Public Domain Version
Rejoice in the Lord always. Again, I say, rejoice.

New American Bible
Rejoice in the Lord always. I shall say it again: rejoice!

New Revised Standard Version
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, Rejoice.
Translations from Aramaic
Lamsa Bible
Rejoice in our LORD alway; and again I say, Rejoice.

Aramaic Bible in Plain English
Rejoice in our Lord always, and again I say, rejoice.
NT Translations
Anderson New Testament
Rejoice in the Lord always; and again I say, Rejoice.

Godbey New Testament
Rejoice in the Lord always: I say to you again, Rejoice.

Haweis New Testament
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I say, Rejoice.

Mace New Testament
Rejoice in the Lord alway: I say it again, rejoice.

Weymouth New Testament
Always be glad in the Lord: I will repeat it, be glad.

Worrell New Testament
Rejoice in the Lord always; again I will say, rejoice.

Worsley New Testament
Rejoice in the Lord always, and again I say, Rejoice.

Additional Translations ...
Audio Bible



Context
Stand Firm in the Lord
3Yes, and I ask you, my true yokefellow, to help these women who have labored with me for the gospel, along with Clement and the rest of my fellow workers, whose names are in the Book of Life. 4Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again: Rejoice! 5Let your gentleness be apparent to all. The Lord is near.…

Cross References
1 Thessalonians 5:16
Rejoice at all times.

Psalm 32:11
Be glad in the LORD and rejoice, O righteous ones; shout for joy, all you upright in heart.

Psalm 33:1
Rejoice in the LORD, O righteous ones; it is fitting for the upright to praise Him.

Romans 12:12
Be joyful in hope, patient in affliction, persistent in prayer.

Psalm 97:12
Rejoice in the LORD, you righteous ones, and praise His holy name.

1 Peter 1:8
Though you have not seen Him, you love Him; and though you do not see Him now, you believe in Him and rejoice with an inexpressible and glorious joy,

Psalm 100:1-2
A Psalm of thanksgiving. Make a joyful noise to the LORD, all the earth. / Serve the LORD with gladness; come into His presence with joyful songs.

John 16:22
So also you have sorrow now, but I will see you again and your hearts will rejoice, and no one will take away your joy.

Psalm 68:3
But the righteous will be glad and rejoice before God; they will celebrate with joy.

Nehemiah 8:10
Then Nehemiah told them, “Go and eat what is rich, drink what is sweet, and send out portions to those who have nothing prepared, since today is holy to our Lord. Do not grieve, for the joy of the LORD is your strength.”

Isaiah 61:10
I will rejoice greatly in the LORD, my soul will exult in my God; for He has clothed me with garments of salvation and wrapped me in a robe of righteousness, as a bridegroom wears a priestly headdress, as a bride adorns herself with her jewels.

Habakkuk 3:17-18
Though the fig tree does not bud and no fruit is on the vines, though the olive crop fails and the fields produce no food, though the sheep are cut off from the fold and no cattle are in the stalls, / yet I will exult in the LORD; I will rejoice in the God of my salvation!

Galatians 5:22
But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness,

Psalm 149:2
Let Israel rejoice in their Maker; let the children of Zion rejoice in their King.

Luke 10:20
Nevertheless, do not rejoice that the spirits submit to you, but rejoice that your names are written in heaven.”


Treasury of Scripture

Rejoice in the Lord always: and again I say, Rejoice.

Rejoice.

Philippians 3:1
Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe.

Romans 12:12
Rejoicing in hope; patient in tribulation; continuing instant in prayer;

alway.

Psalm 34:1,2
A Psalm of David, when he changed his behaviour before Abimelech; who drove him away, and he departed. I will bless the LORD at all times: his praise shall continually be in my mouth…

Psalm 145:1,2
David's Psalm of praise. I will extol thee, my God, O king; and I will bless thy name for ever and ever…

Psalm 146:2
While I live will I praise the LORD: I will sing praises unto my God while I have any being.

again.

Philippians 3:1
Finally, my brethren, rejoice in the Lord. To write the same things to you, to me indeed is not grievous, but for you it is safe.

2 Corinthians 13:1,2
This is the third time I am coming to you. In the mouth of two or three witnesses shall every word be established…

Galatians 1:8
But though we, or an angel from heaven, preach any other gospel unto you than that which we have preached unto you, let him be accursed.

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Philippians 4
1. From particular admonitions,
4. he proceeds to general exhortations,
10. showing how he rejoiced at their generosity toward him while in prison.
19. And so he concludes with prayer and salutations.














Rejoice in the Lord always. I will say it again Rejoice!
Rejoice
The Greek word used here is "χαίρω" (chairō), which means to be glad or to take delight. In the context of Philippians, Paul is writing from prison, yet he emphasizes joy. This joy is not dependent on circumstances but is a deep-seated gladness rooted in faith. Historically, joy in the Lord has been a hallmark of Christian life, transcending trials and tribulations. It is a command, not a suggestion, indicating that joy is a choice and a discipline in the Christian walk.

in the Lord
This phrase signifies the source and object of our joy. The preposition "in" (Greek: "ἐν") denotes a fixed position or state. Our joy is anchored in our relationship with Jesus Christ. Throughout Scripture, being "in the Lord" implies a union with Christ, a position of security and identity. Historically, this has been a source of strength for believers, as it assures them of their standing before God, regardless of external circumstances.

always
The Greek word "πάντοτε" (pantote) means at all times or continually. This suggests that rejoicing is not limited to moments of happiness but is a perpetual state. The early church faced persecution, yet they were known for their joy. This constancy in joy is a testament to the transformative power of the Gospel, which enables believers to maintain joy through all seasons of life.

I will say it again
Paul’s repetition underscores the importance of the command. In ancient writings, repetition was a rhetorical device used to emphasize a point. By reiterating the call to rejoice, Paul highlights its significance in the Christian life. This repetition serves as a reminder that joy is a central theme in the believer's journey and is worthy of emphasis.

Rejoice!
The final repetition of "rejoice" serves as both a conclusion and a reinforcement of the command. It is an imperative, urging believers to actively engage in joy. This echoes the biblical theme that joy is both a gift and a responsibility. In the broader scriptural context, joy is often linked with worship and gratitude, reflecting a heart aligned with God’s will. Historically, this call to rejoice has been a source of encouragement for Christians facing adversity, reminding them of the eternal hope and joy found in Christ.

(4-7) St. Paul returns once more to the exhortation to joy so characteristic of this Epistle. But it is a joy in the sense of the Lord's being at hand. Hence it turns at once to thanksgiving and prayer, and finally is calmed and deepened into peace.

(4) Rejoice in the Lord . . . and again I say, Rejoice.--The original word is the word always used in classical Greek (see the corresponding word in Latin) for "farewell" (i.e., "Joy be with you!"), and this verse is obviously a resumption of Philippians 3:1, after the digression of warning. But the emphasis laid on it here, coupled with the constant references to joy in the Epistle, show that St. Paul designed to call attention to its strict meaning, and to enforce, again and again, the Christian duty of joy. It is, of course, a "joy in the Lord:" for only in the Lord is joy possible to any thoughtful mind or feeling heart in such a world as this.

Verse 4. - Rejoice in the Lord alway; and again I say, Rejoice; rather, as R.V., again I will say. St. Paul returns to the key-note of the Epistle, Christian joy. He writes again the same things (see Philippians 2:1); he will say it again, he. never wearies of repeating that holy joy is a chief Christian duty. Rejoice in the Lord; in his presence, in communion with him, and that always; for he who rejoices in the Lord, as Chrysostom says, always rejoices, even in affliction: "Sorrowful, yet always rejoicing" (2 Corinthians 6:10).

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Greek
Rejoice
Χαίρετε (Chairete)
Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 5463: A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.

in
ἐν (en)
Preposition
Strong's 1722: In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc.

[the] Lord
Κυρίῳ (Kyriō)
Noun - Dative Masculine Singular
Strong's 2962: Lord, master, sir; the Lord. From kuros; supreme in authority, i.e. controller; by implication, Master.

always.
πάντοτε (pantote)
Adverb
Strong's 3842: Always, at all times, ever. From pas and hote; every when, i.e. At all times.

I will say [it]
ἐρῶ (erō)
Verb - Future Indicative Active - 1st Person Singular
Strong's 2046: Probably a fuller form of rheo; an alternate for epo in certain tenses; to utter, i.e. Speak or say.

again:
πάλιν (palin)
Adverb
Strong's 3825: Probably from the same as pale; anew, i.e. back, once more, or furthermore or on the other hand.

Rejoice!
χαίρετε (chairete)
Verb - Present Imperative Active - 2nd Person Plural
Strong's 5463: A primary verb; to be 'cheer'ful, i.e. Calmly happy or well-off; impersonally, especially as salutation, be well.


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