Philippians 2:6

Arabic KEH Ketab El Hayat (كتاب الحياة)

إِذْ إِنَّهُ، وَهُوَ الْكَائِنُ فِي هَيْئَةِ اللهِ، لَمْ يَعْتَبِرْ مُسَاوَاتَهُ لِلهِ خُلْسَةً، أَوْ غَنِيمَةً يُتَمَسَّكُ بِهَا؛

What Does This Mean?

This verse describes Jesus Christ, who existed in the form of God but did not consider it an act of theft to be equal with God. Instead, He humbly chose a different path.

Explained for Children

Imagine you have all the powers of a superhero and everyone knows about it, but instead of showing off, you decide to play like a normal kid. That's what Jesus did - He had all the power of God but didn't use it to be above others.

Historical Background

This verse is from Philippians, written by Apostle Paul around 60-62 AD, to encourage and strengthen the Christian community in Philippi. The cultural setting was a mix of Roman influence and Greek philosophy in a city that embraced various religious beliefs.

Living It Out Today

Today, this verse teaches us humility in our daily lives. For instance, when you get a promotion at work or receive praise for your achievements, remember to stay humble and avoid arrogance, just as Jesus did.

Topics

• humility
• divinity of Christ
• selflessness
• equality
• servanthood
• redemption

Related Verses

• John 1:1
• Colossians 2:9
• Hebrews 1:3
• Acts 7:56
• Isaiah 48:16

Frequently Asked Questions

Why did Jesus not consider equality with God as robbery?

Jesus, being fully divine, had the right to be equal with God but chose humility instead of pride or selfishness. This shows His selfless love and obedience.

What does it mean to think something is 'robbery'?

In this context, 'robbery' means an act that wrongly takes what belongs to others. Jesus did not see equality with God as something he should take by force or claim unjustly.

How does this verse apply to our relationships with others?

This verse teaches us to avoid seeking power over others and instead focus on serving them, just as Jesus served humanity despite being equal to God.

Why is humility important according to this verse?

Humility reflects the character of Christ. By choosing not to exploit His divine status for personal gain, Jesus sets an example of true leadership and love that we should follow in our lives.