Philippians 2:8

He humbled himself, becoming obedient even unto death, even the death of the Cross.

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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

7Instead, he emptied himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in the likeness of men, and accepting the state of a man.

9Because of this, God has also exalted him and has given him a name which is above every name,

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Cross References

Proverbs 15:33The fear of the Lord is the discipline of wisdom. And humility precedes glory.

Matthew 17:2And he was transfigured before them. And his face shined brightly like the sun. And his garments were made white like snow.

Matthew 26:42Again, a second time, he went and prayed, saying, “My Father, if this chalice cannot pass away, unless I drink it, let your will be done.”

Luke 9:29And while he was praying, the appearance of his countenance was altered, and his vestment became white and shining.

John 10:18No one takes it away from me. Instead, I lay it down of my own accord. And I have the power to lay it down. And I have the power to take it up again. This is the commandment that I have received 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 →

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