{Advanced in wisdom and stature} (proekopten t(8869) sophi(8369)
kai h(886c)iki(8369)). Imperfect active, he kept cutting his way forward
as through a forest or jungle as pioneers did. He kept growing in
stature (h(886c)ikia may mean age, as in  12:25 , but stature here)
and in wisdom (more than mere knowledge). His physical,
intellectual, moral, spiritual development was perfect. "At each
stage he was perfect for that stage" (Plummer). {In favour}
(chariti). Or grace. This is ideal manhood to have the favour
of God and men.