Philippians 2:8

He humbled himself and became obedient to the point of death, 1 even death of a cross! 1

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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 1 by taking the form of a servant, 1 and he was born in the likeness of men. 1

9Therefore God also highly exalted him. 1 He gave him the name that is above every name. 1

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Cross References

Psalms 22:16For dogs have surrounded me; 1 a company of evildoers has encircled me; 1 they have pierced my hands and my feet. 1

Proverbs 15:33The fear of Yahweh teaches wisdom 1 and humility comes before honor.

Matthew 17:2He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and his garments became as brilliant as the light.

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

Luke 9:29As he was praying, the form of his face was changed, and his clothes became brilliant white.

John 10:18No one takes it away from me, but I lay it down of myself. I have authority to lay it down, and I have authority to take it up again. I have received this command 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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