Philippians 2:7

made Himself of no reputation. emptied Himself. Greek. kenoo. See Romans 4:14. Of what He divested Himself is not stated, but Geo. Herbert's words, "He laid his glory by", i.e. the outward attributes of Deity, well suggest the meaning here. "It is assumed by some that when taking the form of. bondservant, He not only divested Himself of His Divine powers, but became as His fellows, and limited Himself (or was limited) to the knowledge and "mental status" of the age in which He lived. In support of this Luke 2:52 and Mark 13:32 are adduced, but neither affords any warrant whatever for such assumption. The Lord's wisdom and knowledge were astonishing to the Rabbis (Luke 2:37). He came only to accomplish the work the Father gave Him to do (John 17:4), so He only spoke the words the Father gave Him (John 3:34; John 7:16; John 8:28; John 12:49; John 12:50; John 14:10; John 14:24; John 17:8; John 17:14). His perfect obedience (as far as death, Philippians 2:8) was shown in that He did and said only what was appointed Him to do and say, not His own will, but the will of Him that sent Him (Hebrews 10:5).

and took, &c.. having taken.

servant. App-190.

was made. Literally becoming.

likeness Greek. homoioma. See Romans 1:23.

men. App-123.