▼4:8 For the rest, brethren, whatsoever things are true, etc: Here the apostle enumerates general precepts of morality, which they ought to practise.(Challoner)

▼4:8 Whatsoever things are true: in words, in promises, in lawful oaths, etc., he commands rectitude of mind, and sincerity of heart.(Challoner)

▼4:8 Whatsoever modest: by these words he prescribes gravity in manners, modesty in dress, and decency in conversation.(Challoner)

▼4:8 Whatsoever just: That is, in dealing with others, in buying or selling, in trade or business, to be fair and honest.(Challoner)

▼4:8 Whatsoever holy: by these words may be understood, that those who are in a religious state professed, or in holy orders, should lead a life of sanctity and chastity, according to the vows they make; but these words being also applied to those in the world, indicate the virtuous life they are bound by the divine commandments to follow.(Challoner)

▼4:8 Whatsoever lovely: that is, to practise those good offices in society, that procure us the esteem and good will of our neighbours.(Challoner)

▼4:8 Whatsoever of good fame: That is, that by our conduct and behaviour we should edify our neighbours, and give them good example by our actions.(Challoner)

▼4:8 If there be any virtue, if any praise of discipline: that those in error, by seeing the morality and good discipline of the true religion, may be converted.(Challoner)

▼4:8 To think on these things: And finally, the apostle commands, not only the Philippians, but all Christians, to make it their study and concern that the peace of God might be with them.(Challoner)