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Philippians 2:2
make my joy full by being like-minded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind;
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Interpretation

Paul urges a same mind that is worked out in work and rest in Philippians 2:2—look for "being" and "one". Let same mind in prayers we actually pray—turn worship into posture.

Context

The setting is Philippians—epistle/letter, developing same mind. Read in Philippians 2, its force becomes clearer. Listen for “being” alongside “one”.

Authorship & Historical Background

Long‑standing tradition credits Philippians to Paul. Many scholars judge Philippians as follows: widely regarded as Pauline (possibly composite).. Scholars commonly date Philippians AD 60–62. Here the thread of apostolic community comes into view.

More details
Traditional:Paul
Modern scholarship:Authentic Pauline (possibly composite).
Date:AD 60–62
Manuscripts & Textual Witnesses
The Greek text is preserved in thousands of manuscripts. Early papyri (P46, P66, P75) from the 2nd-3rd centuries, along with major uncials like Sinaiticus and Vaticanus (4th century), provide strong textual witness. Minor variants exist but do not affect the core meaning.
Sources & witness notes
SinaiticusVaticanusP46