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Philippians 4:13
I can do all things through Christ, who strengthens me.
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Interpretation

Paul urges a strength that is embodied in concrete decisions. Philippians 4:13: trace "can" and "do". Let strength through how disagreements are handled—teach the body new reflexes.

Context

The setting is Philippians—epistle/letter, naming strength. Placed in ch. 4, the nearby lines set its tone. The nearby sentences supply the texture.

Authorship & Historical Background

Early sources associate Philippians with Paul. Academic consensus for Philippians tends toward: widely regarded as Pauline (possibly composite).. Scholars commonly date Philippians AD 60–62. Apostolic Community is especially relevant in this line.

More details
Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Authentic Pauline (possibly composite).
Date:AD 60–62
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
Preserved in Papyrus 46 (c. 200 CE) and all major uncial manuscripts. Some later manuscripts add 'Christ' while earlier ones just have 'him who strengthens me.' The addition of 'Christ' likely represents a scribal clarification. The verb 'ischuo' (I am strong/able) is consistent across all manuscripts. No significant variants affect the meaning. This verse appears in over 600 Greek manuscripts with minimal variation.