Philippians 2:8

And being seen in form as a man, he took the lowest place, and let himself be put to death, even the death of the cross.

Bible in Basic English

In The King James Version

And being found in fashion as a man, he humbled himself, and became obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.

In Context

7But he made himself as nothing, taking the form of a servant, being made like men;

9For this reason God has put him in the highest place and has given to him the name which is greater than every name;

Read all of Philippians 2

Cross References

Psalms 22:16\22:15\My throat is dry like a broken vessel; my tongue is fixed to the roof of my mouth, and the dust of death is on my lips.

Proverbs 15:33The fear of the Lord is the teaching of wisdom; and a low opinion of oneself goes before honour.

Matthew 17:2And he was changed in form before them; and his face was shining like the sun, and his clothing became white as light.

Matthew 26:42Again, a second time he went away, and said in prayer, O my Father, if this may not go from me without my taking it, let your pleasure be done.

Luke 9:29And while he was in prayer, his face was changed and his clothing became white and shining.

John 10:18No one takes it away from me; I give it up of myself. I have power to give it up, and I have power to take it again. These orders I have from my Father.

Matthew Henry on Philippians 2:2-12

Brotherly Love Recommended; Glory and Condescension of Christ. ( a. d. 62.) 1 If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies, 2 Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind. 3 Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. 4 Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others. 5… Read the whole commentary →

This Verse In Other Editions

Study Philippians 2:8