Philippians 4:7

Peace of God. As the antidote to anxiety, ver. 6.

Which passeth all understanding [η υ π ε ρ ε χ ο υ σ α π α ν τ α ν ο υ ν]. Either, which passes all power of comprehension, compare Ephesians 3:20; or, better, which surpasses every (human) reason, in its power to relieve anxiety. Compare Matthew 6:31; Matthew 6:32. For understanding, see on Romans 7:23.

Shall keep [φ ρ ο υ ρ η σ ε ι]. Lit., guard, as Rev., or mount guard over. God's peace, like a sentinel, patrols before the heart. Compare Tennyson :

"Love is and was my King and Lord, And will be, though as yet I keep Within his court on earth, and sleep Encompassed by his faithful guard, And hear at times a sentinel Who moves about from place to place, And whispers to the worlds of space, In the deep night, that all is well." " In Memoriam. "

Gurnall. a little differently : "The peace of God is said to garrison the believer's heart and mind. He is surrounded with such blessed privileges that he is as safe as one in an impregnable castle" (" Christian in Complete Armor, " p. 419).

Hearts - minds [κ α ρ δ ι α ς - ν ο η μ α τ α]. For hearts, see on Romans 1:21. For minds, Rev., thoughts, on 2 Corinthians 3:14. The guardianship is over the source and the issues of thought and will. "Your hearts and their fruits" (Alford).