Definition and Etymology:
The term "condescend" originates from the Latin "condescendere," meaning "to stoop together" or "to come down." In a biblical context, it refers to the act of voluntarily lowering oneself to engage with others, often out of love or compassion, without implying any loss of dignity or status.

Biblical Context:
In Scripture, condescension is often associated with God's interactions with humanity. It reflects His willingness to engage with His creation in a personal and intimate manner, despite His supreme holiness and majesty. This divine condescension is a central theme in the narrative of redemption, where God reaches down to humanity to offer salvation and fellowship.

Old Testament References:
While the specific term "condescend" is not used in the Old Testament, the concept is evident in God's dealings with His people. For example, in Exodus 3:7-8, God expresses His awareness of the Israelites' suffering and His intention to deliver them: "I have surely seen the affliction of My people who are in Egypt, and I have heard their cry... So I have come down to deliver them." This passage illustrates God's willingness to intervene in human history and act on behalf of His people.

New Testament References:
The New Testament provides a more explicit portrayal of condescension through the incarnation of Jesus Christ. Philippians 2:6-8 describes Christ's humility: "Who, existing in the form of God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant, being made in human likeness. And being found in appearance as a man, He humbled Himself and became obedient to death—even death on a cross." This passage highlights the ultimate act of condescension, where Christ, though divine, took on human form and submitted to the suffering of the cross for the sake of humanity.

Theological Significance:
Condescension is a profound expression of God's love and grace. It underscores the relational nature of God, who desires to dwell among His people and be known by them. This divine attribute is not merely an act of pity but a deliberate choice to engage with humanity in a way that transforms and redeems.

Practical Implications for Believers:
Believers are called to emulate this divine condescension in their relationships with others. Romans 12:16 advises, "Live in harmony with one another. Do not be proud, but enjoy the company of the lowly. Do not be conceited." This exhortation encourages Christians to adopt an attitude of humility and service, reflecting the character of Christ in their interactions with others.

Conclusion:
The concept of condescension in the Bible reveals the heart of God towards His creation and sets a pattern for believers to follow. It is a call to humility, service, and love, mirroring the divine example set by Christ Himself.1. (v. i.) To voluntarily stoop or descend; to let one's self down; to submit; to waive the privilege of rank or dignity; to accommodate one's self to an inferior.

2. (v. i.) To consent.

4879. sunapago -- to lead away with, fig. to be carried away with ...
... away with (pass.). Part of Speech: Verb Transliteration: sunapago Phonetic Spelling:
(soon-ap-ag'-o) Short Definition: I lead away with, condescend to Definition ...
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Forasmuch Then as the Letter Owed Its Origin to a False Story, and ...
... Nevertheless, I made preparations, as Montanus also knows, in order that, should
you condescend to write to me, I might immediately leave home, and readily ...
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To Monna Colomba in Lucca
... Perhaps you would find some excuse in saying, "Still, I have to condescend to my
friends and relatives by doing this, so that they will not be annoyed and ...
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The Lord Coming to his Temple
... What manner of personage would He be did He condescend to appear among us? Of
that, thank God, the Gospels ought to leave us in no doubt. ...
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Still Another Triplet
... ROMANS STILL ANOTHER TRIPLET. 'Be of the same mind one toward another. Set not your
mind on high things, but condescend to things that are lowly. ...
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Letter Xcvi. (AD 408. )
... Since, however, I know that you have learned from the Lord not to mind high things,
but to condescend to those who are lightly esteemed by men, whatever the ...
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Epistle Xl. To Mauricius Augustus.
... ii.7). Why, then, should it be strange if your Piety were to condescend to honour
those to whom even God Himself in His word gives honour, calling them angels ...
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Passages from the Psalms of David which Predict the End of the ...
... For our opponents will not condescend to defend the Hebrew piety, which has won
the approbation of their gods, by the words of the Apostle Peter, whom they ...
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"But we are all as an Unclean Thing, and all Our Righteousnesses ...
... Anybody may wrap up their repentance in a general notion of sin, but they declare
themselves to be more touched with it, and condescend on particulars, yet ...
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Appendix C
... expect that my thoughts will be established."My heart is more and more coming to
a calm, quiet, and settled assurance, that the Lord will condescend to use ...
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The Unchangeable One
... He knew that the Word of God abode for ever in heaven: but he knew not, as far as
we can tell, that that same Word would condescend to be made flesh, and dwell ...
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Condescend (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Condescend (1 Occurrence). ... Mind not high things, but
condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. (KJV ASV WBS). ...
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Things (10975 Occurrences)
... The translation of hupselos, "high," "lofty," "elevated" (Romans 12:16, "Mind not
high things, but condescend to men of low estate," the King James Version ...
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Lowly (29 Occurrences)
... (WEB DBY YLT). Romans 12:16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Set not your
mind on high things, but condescend to things that are lowly. ...
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Gentleness (17 Occurrences)
... jen'-t'-l-nes (`anah; epieikeia, chrestotes): In 2 Samuel 22:36 `anah, "to bend
low," "to condescend," is translated "gentleness," "Thy gentleness hath made me ...
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Estate (40 Occurrences)
... (KJV ASV WBS). Romans 12:16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high
things, but condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. ...
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Decline (10 Occurrences)
... 1. (vi) To bend, or lean downward; to take a downward direction; to bend over or
hang down, as from weakness, weariness, despondency, etc.; to condescend. ...
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Condescending (3 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (p. pr. & vb. n.) of Condescend. Multi-Version
Concordance Condescending (3 Occurrences). 2 Corinthians ...
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Condense (1 Occurrence)

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Stoop (10 Occurrences)
... 5. (vi) To yield; to submit; to bend, as by compulsion; to assume a position of
humility or subjection. 6. (vi) To descend from rank or dignity; to condescend. ...
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Low (216 Occurrences)
... Romans 12:16 Be of the same mind one toward another. Mind not high things, but
condescend to men of low estate. Be not wise in your own conceits. ...
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