Philippians 2:10

Philippians 2:10

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

a. NLT: that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,

b. NIV: that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,

c. YLT: that in the name of Jesus every knee may bow -- of heavenlies, and earthlies, and what are under the earth --

d. Amplified Bible: That in (at) the name of Jesus every knee should (must) bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,

e. Worrell Translation: that, in the name of Jesus, every knew should bow, of beings in Heaven, and on earth, and under the earth.

1. “That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow…”

a. that [2443 * hina] [Strong: probably from the same as the former part of 1438 (through the demonstrative idea; compare 3588); in order that (denoting the purpose or the result):--albeit, because, to the intent (that), lest, so as, (so) that, (for) to.]

b. at [1722 * en] [Strong: a primary preposition denoting (fixed) position (in place, time or state), and (by implication) instrumentality (medially or constructively), i.e. a relation of rest (intermediate between 1519 and 1537); "in," at, (up-)on, by, etc.:--about, after, against, + almost, X altogether, among, X as, at, before, between, (here-)by (+ all means), for (... sake of), + give self wholly to, (here-)in(-to, -wardly), X mightily, (because) of, (up-)on, (open-)ly, X outwardly, one, X quickly, X shortly, (speedi-)ly, X that, X there(-in, -on), through(-out), (un-)to(-ward), under, when, where(-with), while, with(-in). Often used in compounds, with substantially the same import; rarely with verbs of motion, and then not to indicate direction, except (elliptically) by a separate (and different) preposition.]

c. the name [3686 * onoma] [Strong: from a presumed derivative of the base of 1097 (compare 3685); a "name" (literally or figuratively) (authority, character):--called, (+ sur-)name(-d).]

d. of Jesus [2424 * Iesous] [Strong: of Hebrew origin (3091); Jesus (i.e. Jehoshua), the name of our Lord and two (three) other Israelites:--Jesus.]

e. every [3956 * pas] [Strong: including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole:--all (manner of, means), alway(-s), any (one), X daily, + ever, every (one, way), as many as, + no(-thing), X thoroughly, whatsoever, whole, whosoever.]

f. knee [1119 * gonu] [Strong: of uncertain affinity; the "knee":--knee(X -l).]

g. should bow [2578 * kampto] [Strong: apparently a primary verb; to bend:--bow.]

1). This Scripture is from Isaiah and it is interesting to note this Scripture is spoken first person. It reveals that Jesus is the LORD of the Old Covenant, just as in other passages, the Father and the Holy Ghost are also, which establishes the Triune Godhead in the Old Covenant, hidden but there.  

a). Isaiah 45:23, I have sworn by myself, the word is gone out of my mouth in righteousness, and shall not return, that unto me every knee shall bow and every tongue shall swear.

2. “…of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;”

a. of things in heaven [2032 * epouranios] [Strong: from 1909 and 3772; above the sky:--celestial, (in) heaven(-ly), high.]

b. and [2532 * kai] [Strong: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.]

c. things in earth [1919 * epigeios] [Strong: from 1909 and 1093; worldly (physically or morally):--earthly, in earth, terrestrial.

d. and [2532 * kai] [Strong: apparently, a primary particle, having a copulative and sometimes also a cumulative force; and, also, even, so then, too, etc.; often used in connection (or composition) with other particles or small words:--and, also, both, but, even, for, if, or, so, that, then, therefore, when, yet.]

e. things under the earth [2709 *  katachthonios] [Strong: from 2596 and chthon (the ground); subterranean, i.e. infernal (belonging to the world of departed spirits):--under the earth.]

1). This of course is referring to all of creation, of those “in earth” and “in heaven”, but also of those “under the earth”. Those in earth are still alive, while those in heaven are either angels or men who have died in Christ and are in heaven. Those “under the earth” are fallen angels, men or demons are in hell. All of creation will submit to the Lordship of Christ either willingly or unwillingly. Isaiah 45:23 is also quoted in Romans 14:11. The Scripture in Romans 14 is a reference to the Judgment Seat of Christ. It is saying that the legal basis for the whole world being accountable to Jesus Christ for their actions is his death and resurrection.

a). Romans 14:7-12 For none of us liveth unto himself, and no man dieth to himself. 14:8 For whether we live, we live unto the Lord; and whether we die, we die unto the Lord: whether we live therefore, or die, we are the Lord’s.

14:9 For to this end Christ both died, and rose, and revived, that he might be Lord both of the dead and living.

14:10 But why dost thou judge thy brother? Or why dost thou set at nought thy brother? For we shall all stand before the judgment seat of Christ.

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.

14:12 So then everyone of us shall give account of himself to God.

2). The above Scripture is speaking of the judgment of Christians, but Jesus is also the Judge of the whole world.

a). John 5:22, 23 For the Father judgeth no man, but hath committed all judgment unto the Son: That all men should honour the Son, even as they honour the Father. He that honoureth not the Son honoureth not the Father which hath sent him.

b). John 5:26-29 For as the Father hath life in himself; so hath he given to the Son to have life in himself; And hath given him authority to execute judgment also, because he is the Son of man. Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, And shall come forth; they that have done good, unto the resurrection of life; and they that have done evil, unto the resurrection of damnation.

c). Acts 17:31 Because he hath appointed a day, in the which he will judge the world in righteousness by that man whom he hath ordained; whereof he hath given assurance unto all men, in that he hath raised him from the dead.

d). Cp. Acts 10:42; 2 Timothy 4:1, 8.

3). ICR 8/9/2011 “…However, the foundational passage from which the New Testament quotes, and by which it twice applies the event, is found in Isaiah 45:22, 23 "Look unto me, and be ye saved, all the ends of the earth: for I am God, and there is none else. I have sworn by myself, the word is gone out of my mouth in righteousness, and shall not return, That unto me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear."

 Our verse today applies the Isaiah passage to the great final judgment referred to in Revelation 20. Other insights in Revelation cite some of the songs we may sing and something of the ceremonies and pageantry associated with the celebration of Christ's formal assumption of His role as King. The first New Testament quotation of Isaiah 45:23 is in Romans 14:11, 12. Here, Paul applies the judgment to an open report of our deeds: "So then every one of us shall give account of himself to God." Surely this broader sight should strengthen our resolved to "please him who hath chosen him to be a soldier" (2 Timothy 2:4). HMM III