Commentaries:
Jamieson, Fausset, and Brown
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] (Philippians 1:19, Philippians 1:28; Philippians 2:17).
Other commentary entries containing this verse:
Acts 8:4
Acts 28:16
Acts 28:31
Colossians 4:4
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