Philippians 2:8-11

The Pulpit Commentary - Philippians 2:11

And that every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord. Every tongue; all creatures endowed with the gift of speech. The word rendered "confess" is commonly associated with the idea of thanksgiving, as in Matthew 11:25 , and generally in the Septuagint. Every tongue shall confess with thankful adoration that he who took upon him the form of a slave, is Lord of all. To the glory of God the Father . The glory of God the Father, from whom, as the original Source, the whole scheme of... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:8

And being found - That is, being such, or existing as a man, he humbled himself.In fashion as a man - The word rendered “fashion” - σχῆμα schēma - means figure, mien, deportment. Here it is the same as state, or condition. The sense is, that when he was reduced to this condition he humbled himself, and obeyed even unto death. He took upon himself all the attributes of a man. He assumed all the innocent infirmities of our nature. He appeared as other people do, was subjected to the necessity... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:9

Wherefore - As a reward of this humiliation and these sufferings. The idea is, that there was an appropriate reward for it, and that that was bestowed upon him by his exaltation as Mediator to the right hand of God; compare the notes at Hebrews 2:9.God also hath highly exalted him - As Mediator. Though he was thus humbled, and appeared in the form of a servant, he is now raised up to the throne of glory, and to universal dominion. This exaltation is spoken of the Redeemer as he was, sustaining... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:10

That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow - The knee should bow, or bend, in token of honor, or worship; that is, all people should adore him. This cannot mean merely that at the mention of the name of Jesses we should bow; nor is there any evidence that God requires this. Why should we bow at the mention of that name, rather than at any of the other titles of the Redeemer? Is there any special sacredness or honor in it above the other names which he bears? And why should we how at his... read more

Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Philippians 2:11

And that every tongue should confess - Everyone should acknowledge him. On the duty and importance of confessing Christ, see the notes at Romans 10:9-10.That Jesus Christ is Lord - The word “Lord,” here, is used in its primitive and proper sense, as denoting owner, ruler, sovereign; compare the notes at Romans 14:9. The meaning is, that all should acknowledge him as the universal sovereign.To the glory of God the Father - Such a universal confession would honor God; see the notes at John 5:23,... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Philippians 2:8

Philippians 2:8. And being found in fashion as a man A common man, without any peculiar excellence or comeliness. The word σχημα , rendered fashion, includes all the particulars of a person’s outward appearance; such as his figure, air, looks, clothing, and gait. The word is also applied to things inanimate, as, (1 Corinthians 7:31,) the fashion of this world passeth away. He humbled himself To a still greater depth: for his condescension to the rank of low life among sinful mortals,... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Philippians 2:9-11

Philippians 2:9-11. Wherefore Because of his voluntary humiliation and obedience, and in reward thereof; God hath highly exalted him In that manhood in which he suffered and died. Greek, υπερυψωσε , super- exalted him, or exalted him to a dignity higher than that which he possessed before his humiliation. By becoming man, therefore, or by consenting to be united to the human nature for ever, “the Son of God lost nothing in the issue. Nor is this all; besides restoring him to the visible... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Philippians 2:1-11

Christ’s example of humility (2:1-11)Paul gives four reasons why Christians should have greater unity between them: the encouragement given them by Christ; the power of Christ’s love working in them; the common sharing they have in the same Spirit; and the sympathetic kindness that God’s children should show to each other. Although the Philippians bring Paul much joy, that joy will not be complete till there is genuine unity among them (2:1-2). They are not to be concerned solely with their own... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Philippians 2:8

fashion . Greek. schema. Only here and 1 Corinthians 7:31 . The noun morphe ; Occurs thrice and is used only of the Lord; here (verses: Philippians 2:6 , Philippians 2:7 ), and Mark 16:12 , schema Occurs only here and 1 Corinthians 7:31 , as above. For their compounds see the Notes. humbled. Greek. tapeinoo. See 2 Corinthians 11:7 . and became . Literally becoming. obedient . Greek. huperkoos. See Acts 7:39 . unto = as far as, cross . That death, the shame of which made it such a... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Philippians 2:9

hath . Omit. highly exalted . Greek. huperupsoo. Only here. Compare John 12:32 . given = gave. App-184 . The texts read the. above . App-104 . read more

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