Verse 9
9. Wherefore—as the just consequence of His self-humiliation and obedience (Psalms 8:5; Psalms 8:6; Psalms 110:1; Psalms 110:7; Matthew 28:18; Luke 24:26; John 5:27; John 10:17; Romans 14:9; Ephesians 1:20-22; Hebrews 2:9). An intimation, that if we would hereafter be exalted, we too must, after His example, now humble ourselves (Philippians 2:3; Philippians 2:5; Philippians 3:21; 1 Peter 5:5; 1 Peter 5:6). Christ emptied Christ; God exalted Christ as man to equality with God [BENGEL].
highly exalted—Greek, "super-eminently exalted" (1 Peter 5:6- :).
given him—Greek, "bestowed on Him."
a name—along with the corresponding reality, glory and majesty.
which—Translate, namely, "that which is above every name." The name "JESUS" (Philippians 2:10), which is even now in glory His name of honor (Acts 9:5). "Above" not only men, but angels (Acts 9:5- :).
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