That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;

PHILIPPIANS 2:10KJV
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Philippians 2:10 (KJV)

What does Philippians 2:10 mean?

Philippians 2:10 says that everyone—whether in heaven, on earth, or under the earth—will one day bow at the name of Jesus, showing complete respect and recognition of his authority. This verse points to a universal acknowledgment of Jesus’ significance and honor.

Paul is writing to the Christians in Philippi, encouraging them to look to Jesus as the ultimate example of humility and obedience. In this part of his letter, Paul is describing how Jesus, after humbling himself and being obedient even to death, is now exalted by God. The verse uses vivid language to show that all beings everywhere will recognize Jesus’ lordship, emphasizing the total scope of his honor.

Where else these words appear

“bow” Greek G2578 · used in 4 verses

  • Romans 11:4 But what saith the answer of God unto him? I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal.
  • Romans 14:11 For it is written, As I live, saith the Lord, every knee shall bow to me, and every tongue shall confess to God.
  • Ephesians 3:14 For this cause I bow my knees unto the Father of our Lord Jesus Christ,

“earth” Greek G1919 · used in 6 verses

  • John 3:12 If I have told you earthly things, and ye believe not, how shall ye believe, if I tell you of heavenly things?
  • 1 Corinthians 15:40 There are also celestial bodies, and bodies terrestrial: but the glory of the celestial is one, and the glory of the terrestrial is another.
  • Philippians 3:19 Whose end is destruction, whose God is their belly, and whose glory is in their shame, who mind earthly things.)

“knee” Greek G1119 · used in 12 verses

  • Mark 15:19 And they smote him on the head with a reed, and did spit upon him, and bowing their knees worshipped him.
  • Acts 7:60 And he kneeled down, and cried with a loud voice, Lord, lay not this sin to their charge. And when he had said this, he fell asleep.
  • Romans 11:4 But what saith the answer of God unto him? I have reserved to myself seven thousand men, who have not bowed the knee to the image of Baal.

“heaven” Greek G2032 · used in 18 verses

  • Matthew 18:35 So likewise shall my heavenly Father do also unto you, if ye from your hearts forgive not every one his brother their trespasses.
  • Ephesians 1:3 Blessed be the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who hath blessed us with all spiritual blessings in heavenly places in Christ:
  • Hebrews 3:1 Wherefore, holy brethren, partakers of the heavenly calling, consider the Apostle and High Priest of our profession, Christ Jesus;