Philippians 2:3 kjv — Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

King James Version

“Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”

— Philippians 2:3, King James Version

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“[let] nothing [be] in the spirit of strife or vain glory, but, in lowliness of mind, each esteeming the other as more excellent than themselves;”
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Philippians 2 — Context

If there be therefore any consolation in Christ, if any comfort of love, if any fellowship of the Spirit, if any bowels and mercies,

Fulfil ye my joy, that ye be likeminded, having the same love, being of one accord, of one mind.

Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

Look not every man on his own things, but every man also on the things of others.

Let this mind be in you, which was also in Christ Jesus:

Who, being in the form of God, thought it not robbery to be equal with God:

Philippians 2:3 — Frequently Asked Questions

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What does Philippians 2:3 say?

Philippians 2:3 in the King James Version reads: “Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.”

Where is Philippians 2:3 in the Bible?

Philippians 2:3 is found in the New Testament, in the book of Philippians, chapter 2, verse 3.

Who wrote Philippians?

Philippians is traditionally attributed to Paul the Apostle (from prison). It was written c. AD 60–62.

What is the book of Philippians about?

Written from prison, Philippians is the most joyful letter in the New Testament — a tender thank-you to a beloved church and a call to humble unity, modeled supremely by Christ who "emptied himself" and was exalted as Lord. Joy in any circumstance is its heartbeat.

What are the major themes of Philippians?

Philippians explores themes including Joy, Humility, Christ-likeness, Contentment, Citizenship in Heaven. These themes shape the meaning and context of Philippians 2:3.

What translation should I read Philippians 2:3 in?

Philippians 2:3 is available on GodsGoodBook in the King James Version (KJV), American Standard Version (ASV), World English Bible (WEB), NET Bible, Young's Literal Translation, Darby Bible, Douay-Rheims Bible, and the Bible in Basic English. Each translation reflects different translation philosophies — use the translation picker on this page to compare them, or browse our full translations directory.

How can I memorize Philippians 2:3?

Philippians 2:3 reads (KJV): “Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.” Read it aloud, break it into short phrases, repeat each phrase three times before adding the next, then put the phrases together. Reading it in multiple translations (above) often helps the meaning settle.

Philippians 2:3 kjv — Let nothing be done through strife or vainglory; but in lowliness of mind let each esteem other better than themselves.

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