Philippians 2:8

and in what appertained to him appearing as a man, he humbled himself, and was obedient unto death, even the death of the cross.

Noyes Bible

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 made himself of no consideration, taking the form of a servant, and becoming like men;

9Wherefore God also highly exalted him, and gave him a name which is above every name;

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Cross References

Psalms 22:16For dogs have surrounded me; Bands of evil-doers have encompassed me,—Like lions my hands and my feet.

Proverbs 15:33The fear of the LORD guideth to wisdom, And before honor is humility.

Matthew 17:2And he was transfigured before them, and his face shone as the sun; and his garments became white as the light.

Matthew 26:42Again he went away a second time, and prayed, saying, My Father, if this [[cup]] cannot pass away from me, but I must drink it, thy will be done!

Luke 9:29And while he was praying, the appearance of his countenance was changed, and his raiment became white and glistening.

John 10:18No one taketh it from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it again; this charge I 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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