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KENOSIS

Jesus Christ • New Testament
Kenosis is the theological term drawn from Philippians 2:7, where Christ is said to have emptied Himself. Biblically, it refers to the Son’s humiliation in becoming man and taking the form of a servant, not to ceasing to be divine.
Biblical Usage
The biblical passage presents Christ’s self-emptying as becoming man and taking the form of a servant. Other passages describe His learning, temptation, growth, and limitation of knowledge, while the supplied discussion maintains the unity and true humanity of Christ.