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<a href="/nkjv/philippians/2.htm">New King James Version</a> that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, and of those on earth, and of those under the earth, <a href="/nasb_/philippians/2.htm">New American Standard Bible</a> so that at the name of Jesus EVERY KNEE WILL BOW, of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth, <a href="/nasb/philippians/2.htm">NASB 1995</a> so that at the name of Jesus EVERY KNEE WILL BOW, of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth, <a href="/nasb77/philippians/2.htm">NASB 1977 </a> that at the name of Jesus EVERY KNEE SHOULD BOW, of those who are in heaven, and on earth, and under the earth, <a href="/lsb/philippians/2.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a> so that at the name of Jesus EVERY KNEE WILL BOW, of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth, <a href="/amp/philippians/2.htm">Amplified Bible</a> so that at the name of Jesus EVERY KNEE SHALL BOW [in submission], of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth, <a href="/csb/philippians/2.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a> so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow — in heaven and on earth and under the earth — <a href="/hcsb/philippians/2.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a> so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow— of those who are in heaven and on earth and under the earth— <a href="/asv/philippians/2.htm">American Standard Version</a> that in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven and things on earth and things under the earth, <a href="/cev/philippians/2.htm">Contemporary English Version</a> So at the name of Jesus everyone will bow down, those in heaven, on earth, and under the earth. <a href="/erv/philippians/2.htm">English Revised Version</a> that in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven and things on earth and things under the earth, <a href="/gwt/philippians/2.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a> so that at the name of Jesus everyone in heaven, on earth, and in the world below will kneel <a href="/gnt/philippians/2.htm">Good News Translation</a> And so, in honor of the name of Jesus all beings in heaven, on earth, and in the world below will fall on their knees, <a href="/isv/philippians/2.htm">International Standard Version</a> And so, when Jesus' name is called, the knees of everyone should fall, wherever they're residing. <a href="/msb/philippians/2.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a> that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth, <a href="/net/philippians/2.htm">NET Bible</a> so that at the name of Jesus every knee will bow--in heaven and on earth and under the earth-- <a href="/nheb/philippians/2.htm">New Heart English Bible</a> that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, those on earth, and those under the earth, <a href="/wbt/philippians/2.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a> That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things on earth, and things under the earth; <a href="/wey/philippians/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> in order that in the Name of JESUS every knee should bow, of beings in Heaven, of those on the earth, and of those in the underworld, <a href="/web/philippians/2.htm">World English Bible</a> that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, those on earth, and those under the earth, <div class="vheading2">Literal Translations</div><a href="/lsv/philippians/2.htm">Literal Standard Version</a> that in the Name of Jesus every knee may bow—of heavenlies, and earthlies, and what are under the earth— <a href="/blb/philippians/2.htm">Berean Literal Bible</a> that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in the heavens and on earth and under the earth, <a href="/ylt/philippians/2.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a> that in the name of Jesus every knee may bow -- of heavenlies, and earthlies, and what are under the earth -- <a href="/slt/philippians/2.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a> That in the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of the heavenlies, and of terrestrial things, and things under earth<div class="vheading2">Catholic Translations</div><a href="/drb/philippians/2.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a> That in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those that are in heaven, on earth, and under the earth: <a href="/cpdv/philippians/2.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a> so that, at the name of Jesus, every knee would bend, of those in heaven, of those on earth, and of those in hell, <a href="/nabre/philippians/2.htm">New American Bible</a> that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, of those in heaven and on earth and under the earth, <a href="/nrsvce/philippians/2.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a> so that at the name of Jesus every knee should bend, in heaven and on earth and under the earth,<div class="vheading2">Translations from Aramaic</div><a href="/lamsa/philippians/2.htm">Lamsa Bible</a> That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of those in heaven, of those on earth, and those under the earth, <a href="/aramaic-plain-english/philippians/2.htm">Aramaic Bible in Plain English</a> That in The Name of Yeshua, every knee shall bow, which is in Heaven and in The Earth and which is under The Earth,<div class="vheading2">NT Translations</div><a href="/anderson/philippians/2.htm">Anderson New Testament</a> that in the name of Jesus every knee should bow of those who are in heaven, and those who are on earth, and those who are under the earth; <a href="/godbey/philippians/2.htm">Godbey New Testament</a> that at the name of Jesus every knee must bow, of things in heaven and things upon the earth and things beneath the earth, <a href="/haweis/philippians/2.htm">Haweis New Testament</a> that to the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of beings celestial and terrestrial, and infernal; <a href="/mace/philippians/2.htm">Mace New Testament</a> that at the name of Jesus both angels and men, the living and the dead, should pay their adorations, <a href="/wey/philippians/2.htm">Weymouth New Testament</a> in order that in the Name of JESUS every knee should bow, of beings in Heaven, of those on the earth, and of those in the underworld, <a href="/worrell/philippians/2.htm">Worrell New Testament</a> that, in the name of Jesus, every knee should bow, of beings in Heaven, and on earth, and under the earth, <a href="/worsley/philippians/2.htm">Worsley New Testament</a> that in the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of celestial beings, as well as of those on earth, and of those under the earth; <a href="/parallel/philippians/2-10.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="audio" id="audio"></a><div class="vheadingv">Audio Bible</div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/mXomUhcrPbg?start=343" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe> <div class="vheadingv">Context</div><a href="/bsb/philippians/2.htm">The Attitude of Christ</a> …9Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, 10<a href="/greek/2443.htm" title="2443: hina (Conj) -- In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that.">that</a> <a href="/greek/1722.htm" title="1722: en (Prep) -- In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; in, at, on, by, etc.">at</a> <a href="/greek/3588.htm" title="3588: tō (Art-DNS) -- The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the.">the</a> <a href="/greek/3686.htm" title="3686: onomati (N-DNS) -- Name, character, fame, reputation. From a presumed derivative of the base of ginosko; a name.">name</a> <a href="/greek/2424.htm" title="2424: Iēsou (N-GMS) -- Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites.">of Jesus</a> <a href="/greek/3956.htm" title="3956: pan (Adj-NNS) -- All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole.">every</a> <a href="/greek/1119.htm" title="1119: gony (N-NNS) -- The knee. Of uncertain affinity; the knee.">knee</a> <a href="/greek/2578.htm" title="2578: kampsē (V-ASA-3S) -- To bend, bow. Apparently a primary verb; to bend.">should bow,</a> <a href="/greek/2032.htm" title="2032: epouraniōn (Adj-GMP) -- From epi and ouranos; above the sky.">in heaven</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/1919.htm" title="1919: epigeiōn (Adj-GMP) -- From epi and ge; worldly.">on earth</a> <a href="/greek/2532.htm" title="2532: kai (Conj) -- And, even, also, namely. ">and</a> <a href="/greek/2709.htm" title="2709: katachthoniōn (Adj-GMP) -- Under the earth, subterranean, infernal. From kata and chthon; subterranean, i.e. Infernal.">under the earth,</a> 11and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div> <a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><a href="/isaiah/45-23.htm">Isaiah 45:23</a> By Myself I have sworn; truth has gone out from My mouth, a word that will not be revoked: Every knee will bow before Me, every tongue will swear allegiance. <a href="/romans/14-11.htm">Romans 14:11</a> It is written: “As surely as I live, says the Lord, every knee will bow before Me; every tongue will confess to God.” <a href="/revelation/5-13.htm">Revelation 5:13</a> And I heard every creature in heaven and on earth and under the earth and in the sea, and all that is in them, saying: “To Him who sits on the throne and to the Lamb be praise and honor and glory and power forever and ever!” <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Ephesians 1:20-22</a> which He exerted in Christ when He raised Him from the dead and seated Him at His right hand in the heavenly realms, / far above all rule and authority, power and dominion, and every name that is named, not only in the present age but also in the one to come. / And God put everything under His feet and made Him head over everything for the church, <a href="/matthew/28-18.htm">Matthew 28:18</a> Then Jesus came to them and said, “All authority in heaven and on earth has been given to Me. <a href="/hebrews/1-6.htm">Hebrews 1:6</a> And again, when God brings His firstborn into the world, He says: “Let all God’s angels worship Him.” <a href="/1_corinthians/15-24.htm">1 Corinthians 15:24-28</a> Then the end will come, when He hands over the kingdom to God the Father after He has destroyed all dominion, authority, and power. / For He must reign until He has put all His enemies under His feet. / The last enemy to be destroyed is death. ... <a href="/colossians/1-16.htm">Colossians 1:16-18</a> For in Him all things were created, things in heaven and on earth, visible and invisible, whether thrones or dominions or rulers or authorities. All things were created through Him and for Him. / He is before all things, and in Him all things hold together. / And He is the head of the body, the church; He is the beginning and firstborn from among the dead, so that in all things He may have preeminence. <a href="/revelation/19-16.htm">Revelation 19:16</a> And He has a name written on His robe and on His thigh: KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS. <a href="/john/5-22.htm">John 5:22-23</a> Furthermore, the Father judges no one, but has assigned all judgment to the Son, / so that all may honor the Son just as they honor the Father. Whoever does not honor the Son does not honor the Father who sent Him. <a href="/daniel/7-13.htm">Daniel 7:13-14</a> In my vision in the night I continued to watch, and I saw One like the Son of Man coming with the clouds of heaven. He approached the Ancient of Days and was led into His presence. / And He was given dominion, glory, and kingship, that the people of every nation and language should serve Him. His dominion is an everlasting dominion that will not pass away, and His kingdom is one that will never be destroyed. <a href="/psalms/72-11.htm">Psalm 72:11</a> May all kings bow down to him and all nations serve him. <a href="/psalms/95-6.htm">Psalm 95:6</a> O come, let us worship and bow down; let us kneel before the LORD our Maker. <a href="/revelation/11-15.htm">Revelation 11:15</a> Then the seventh angel sounded his trumpet, and loud voices called out in heaven: “The kingdom of the world has become the kingdom of our Lord and of His Christ, and He will reign forever and ever.” <a href="/1_peter/3-22.htm">1 Peter 3:22</a> who has gone into heaven and is at the right hand of God, with angels, authorities, and powers subject to Him.</div> <a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div>That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth;every.<a href="/genesis/41-43.htm">Genesis 41:43</a> And he made him to ride in the second chariot which he had; and they cried before him, Bow the knee: and he made him ruler over all the land of Egypt.<a href="/isaiah/45-23.htm">Isaiah 45:23-25</a> 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… <a href="/matthew/27-29.htm">Matthew 27:29</a> And when they had platted a crown of thorns, they put it upon his head, and a reed in his right hand: and they bowed the knee before him, and mocked him, saying, Hail, King of the Jews!under.<a href="/matthew/12-40.htm">Matthew 12:40</a> For as Jonas was three days and three nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of man be three days and three nights in the heart of the earth.<a href="/john/5-28.htm">John 5:28,29</a> Marvel not at this: for the hour is coming, in the which all that are in the graves shall hear his voice, … <a href="/ephesians/4-9.htm">Ephesians 4:9</a> (Now that he ascended, what is it but that he also descended first into the lower parts of the earth?<div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/galatians/4-8.htm">Beings</a> <a href="/romans/14-11.htm">Bent</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-14.htm">Bow</a> <a href="/philippians/1-22.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-9.htm">Earthly</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-9.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-10.htm">Heavenlies</a> <a href="/ephesians/6-12.htm">Heavenly</a> <a href="/philippians/2-5.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/ephesians/3-14.htm">Knee</a> <a href="/philippians/1-27.htm">Order</a> <a href="/jonah/2-6.htm">Underworld</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/jude/1-8.htm">Beings</a> <a href="/james/4-4.htm">Bent</a> <a href="/hebrews/1-6.htm">Bow</a> <a href="/philippians/3-19.htm">Earth</a> <a href="/philippians/3-19.htm">Earthly</a> <a href="/philippians/3-20.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/ephesians/1-20.htm">Heavenlies</a> <a href="/philippians/2-15.htm">Heavenly</a> <a href="/philippians/2-11.htm">Jesus</a> <a href="/genesis/41-43.htm">Knee</a> <a href="/philippians/2-16.htm">Order</a> <a href="/genesis/37-35.htm">Underworld</a><div class="vheading2">Philippians 2</div>1. <a href="/philippians/2-1.htm">Paul exhorts them to unity, and to all humbleness of mind, by the example of Christ's humility;</a> 12. <a href="/philippians/2-12.htm">to a careful proceeding in the way of salvation, that they be as lights to a wicked world,</a> 16. <a href="/philippians/2-16.htm">and comforts to him their apostle, who is now ready to be offered up to God.</a> 19. <a href="/philippians/2-19.htm">He hopes to send Timothy to them, and Epaphroditus also.</a> </div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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This name was given to Christ as instructed by the angel to Joseph (<a href="/matthew/1-21.htm">Matthew 1:21</a>). The significance of the name is profound, as it encapsulates His mission to save humanity from sin. In biblical times, names were often reflective of one's character or mission, and Jesus' name is no exception. The power and authority vested in His name are emphasized throughout the New Testament (<a href="/acts/4-12.htm">Acts 4:12</a>, <a href="/philippians/2-9.htm">Philippians 2:9</a>).every knee should bow This phrase signifies universal submission and acknowledgment of Jesus' lordship. The imagery of bowing the knee is a common biblical expression of worship, reverence, and submission (<a href="/isaiah/45-23.htm">Isaiah 45:23</a>). In ancient cultures, bowing was a physical act of showing respect and allegiance to a sovereign. This prophecy points to a future time when all creation will recognize Jesus' authority, echoing the eschatological vision found in <a href="/revelation/5-13.htm">Revelation 5:13</a>.in heaven and on earth and under the earth This triadic expression encompasses all realms of existence. "In heaven" refers to the angelic beings and the heavenly hosts who worship God (<a href="/revelation/4-8.htm">Revelation 4:8-11</a>). "On earth" includes all humanity, both believers and non-believers, who will ultimately acknowledge Christ's sovereignty (<a href="/romans/14-11.htm">Romans 14:11</a>). "Under the earth" is often interpreted as referring to the realm of the dead or demonic forces, indicating that even those who are opposed to God will recognize His authority. This comprehensive scope underscores the totality of Christ's dominion over all creation, aligning with the biblical theme of God's ultimate victory over evil (<a href="/colossians/1-16.htm">Colossians 1:16-20</a>).<div class="vheading2">Persons / Places / Events</div>1. <a href="/topical/j/jesus_christ.htm">Jesus Christ</a> Central figure in Christianity, whose name is exalted above all. 2. <a href="/topical/h/heaven.htm">Heaven</a> The spiritual realm where God, angels, and the redeemed reside. 3. <a href="/topical/e/earth.htm">Earth</a> The physical world inhabited by humanity. 4. <a href="/topical/u/under_the_earth.htm">Under the Earth</a> Often interpreted as the realm of the dead or spiritual forces opposed to God. 5. <a href="/topical/a/apostle_paul.htm">Apostle Paul</a> The author of the letter to the Philippians, writing to encourage and instruct the church in Philippi.<div class="vheading2">Teaching Points</div><a href="/topical/t/the_supremacy_of_christ.htm">The Supremacy of Christ</a> Jesus' name is above all names, signifying His ultimate authority and divinity. <a href="/topical/u/universal_acknowledgment.htm">Universal Acknowledgment</a> Every being, whether in heaven, on earth, or under the earth, will recognize Jesus' lordship, highlighting the comprehensive scope of His reign. <a href="/topical/c/call_to_worship.htm">Call to Worship</a> Believers are encouraged to willingly bow in worship and submission to Jesus now, reflecting the future reality. <a href="/topical/h/humility_and_obedience.htm">Humility and Obedience</a> Just as Jesus humbled Himself (<a href="/philippians/2-8.htm">Philippians 2:8</a>), we are called to live in humility and obedience, acknowledging His lordship in our lives. <a href="/topical/e/eternal_perspective.htm">Eternal Perspective</a> Understanding that all will ultimately bow to Jesus should influence our daily decisions and priorities, focusing on eternal values.<div class="vheading2">Lists and Questions</div><a href="/top10/lessons_from_philippians_2.htm">Top 10 Lessons from Philippians 2</a> <a href="/q/can_history_confirm_'every_knee'_bows.htm">How can the historical record confirm or deny the claim of every knee bowing to Jesus (Philippians 2:10)? </a> <a href="/q/what_are_the_different_types_of_demons.htm">Is Jesus the supreme name above all others?</a> <a href="/q/is_'jesus'_derived_from_'hail_zeus'.htm">Is "Jesus" derived from "Hail Zeus"?</a> <a href="/q/will_every_knee_eventually_bow.htm">Will every knee eventually bow?</a><a name="commentary" id="commentary"></a><div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/ellicott/philippians/2.htm">Ellicott's Commentary for English Readers</a></div>(10) At (properly, in) the name of Jesus every knee should bow.--This is an instance of the significant practice, by which passages of the Old Testament speaking of God are, as a matter of course, applied in the New to our Lord Jesus Christ. "In the Name" is the phrase constantly used for worship of God. "I will lift up my hands in Thy Name" (<a href="/psalms/63-4.htm" title="Thus will I bless you while I live: I will lift up my hands in your name.">Psalm 63:4</a>). It denotes worship to Christ, not through Him.Of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth.--For "things" we may better substitute beings, for the reference is properly to personal beings; although in some sense "All the works of the Lord bless the Lord, praise Him and magnify Him for ever." (Comp. here <a href="/revelation/5-13.htm" title="And every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth, and such as are in the sea, and all that are in them, heard I saying, Blessing, and honor, and glory, and power, be to him that sits on the throne, and to the Lamb for ever and ever.">Revelation 5:13</a>, "Every creature which is in heaven, and on the earth, and under the earth . . . heard I saying, Blessing, and honour, and glory, and power be unto Him that sitteth upon the throne, and to the Lamb for ever and ever." See also <a href="/context/ephesians/1-20.htm" title="Which he worked in Christ, when he raised him from the dead, and set him at his own right hand in the heavenly places,">Ephesians 1:20-21</a>, and Notes there.)<div class="vheading2"><a href="/commentaries/pulpit/philippians/2.htm">Pulpit Commentary</a></div>Verse 10. - That at the name of Jesus every knee should bow; translate, in the name, not at (comp. <a href="/isaiah/45-23.htm">Isaiah 45:23</a>, quoted in <a href="/romans/14-10.htm">Romans 14:10, 11</a>). The words may mean, either that all prayer must be offered to God in the name of Jesus, through his mediation; or that all creation must offer prayer to him. Both alternatives are true, and perhaps both are covered by the words; but the second seems to be principally intended (comp. <a href="/psalms/63-4.htm">Psalm 63:4</a>, "I will lift up my hands in thy Name." Comp. also (in the Greek) Psalm 43:9; 104:3; <a href="/1_kings/8-44.htm">1 Kings 8:44</a>; also the common Septuagint phrase, Ἐπικαλεῖσθαι ἐν ὀνόματι Κυρίου). Observe, the words are, not "the name Jesus," but "the name of Jesus;" the name, that is, which God freely gave to him (Ver. 9), It is the name which is above every name, that is, the majesty, the glory of Jesus, which is to be the object of Christian worship. The end of the whole passage being the exaltation of Jesus, it seems more natural to understand this verse of worship paid to Jesus than of worship offered through him to God the Father. Observe also that the words (<a href="/isaiah/45-23.htm">Isaiah 45:23</a>) on which this passage is formed are the words of Jehovah: "Unto me every knee shall bow, every tongue shall swear." They could not be used without impiety of any but God. Of things in heaven, and things in earth, and things under the earth. Perhaps the angels, the living, and the dead; or, more probably (comp. <a href="/revelation/5-13.htm">Revelation 5:13</a> and <a href="/ephesians/1-21.htm">Ephesians 1:21, 22</a>), all creation, animate and inanimate, is represented as uniting in the universal adoration. <a href="/commentaries/philippians/2-10.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a> <a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Greek</div>that ἵνα (hina) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2443.htm">Strong's 2443: </a> In order that, so that. Probably from the same as the former part of heautou; in order that. at ἐν (en) Preposition <a href="/greek/strongs_1722.htm">Strong's 1722: </a> In, on, among. A primary preposition denoting position, and instrumentality, i.e. A relation of rest; 'in, ' at, on, by, etc. the τῷ (tō) Article - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3588.htm">Strong's 3588: </a> The, the definite article. Including the feminine he, and the neuter to in all their inflections; the definite article; the. name ὀνόματι (onomati) Noun - Dative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3686.htm">Strong's 3686: </a> Name, character, fame, reputation. From a presumed derivative of the base of ginosko; a 'name'. of Jesus Ἰησοῦ (Iēsou) Noun - Genitive Masculine Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2424.htm">Strong's 2424: </a> Of Hebrew origin; Jesus, the name of our Lord and two other Israelites. every πᾶν (pan) Adjective - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_3956.htm">Strong's 3956: </a> All, the whole, every kind of. Including all the forms of declension; apparently a primary word; all, any, every, the whole. knee γόνυ (gony) Noun - Nominative Neuter Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_1119.htm">Strong's 1119: </a> The knee. Of uncertain affinity; the 'knee'. should bow, κάμψῃ (kampsē) Verb - Aorist Subjunctive Active - 3rd Person Singular <a href="/greek/strongs_2578.htm">Strong's 2578: </a> To bend, bow. Apparently a primary verb; to bend. in heaven ἐπουρανίων (epouraniōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2032.htm">Strong's 2032: </a> From epi and ouranos; above the sky. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. on earth ἐπιγείων (epigeiōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_1919.htm">Strong's 1919: </a> From epi and ge; worldly. and καὶ (kai) Conjunction <a href="/greek/strongs_2532.htm">Strong's 2532: </a> And, even, also, namely. under the earth, καταχθονίων (katachthoniōn) Adjective - Genitive Masculine Plural <a href="/greek/strongs_2709.htm">Strong's 2709: </a> Under the earth, subterranean, infernal. 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