philippians 1:12 But I would ye should understand, brethren, that the things which happened unto me have fallen out rather unto the furtherance of the gospel;

philippians 1:12 Now I want you to know, brethren, that my circumstances have turned out for the greater progress of the gospel,

12. understand--Greek, "know." The Philippians probably had feared that his imprisonment would hinder the spread of the Gospel; he therefore removes this fear.
the things which happened unto me--Greek, "the things concerning me."
rather--so far is my imprisonment from hindering the Gospel. Faith takes in a favorable light even what seems adverse [BENGEL] (Php 1:19, 28; Php 2:17).

philippians 1:12 Now I want you to know, brethren, that my circumstances have turned out for the greater progress of the gospel,

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