KJV ORIGINAL
That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
So that when Jesus' name is spoken, everyone and everything will bow down — every person in heaven, every person on earth, and every being below the earth.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
Jesus' name carries so much power that literally everyone, everywhere will bow when they hear it.
📜 Historical Context — Why was this verse written?
Paul authored the letter to the Christian community in Philippi in the early 60s CE. He wrote from prison to encourage them, express gratitude for their support, and address internal disunity and external challenges.
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