The meaning of “ἔνδοξος”
Understanding éndoxos reveals the original theological depth often simplified in translation.
glorious, gorgeous(-ly), honourable. - in glory, i.e. splendid, (figuratively) noble
ἔνδοξος
glorious, gorgeous(-ly), honourable. - in glory, i.e. splendid, (figuratively) noble
Occurrences in the Bible
| Reference | Text | |
|---|---|---|
| Luke 7:25 | “But what went ye out for to see? A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously apparelled, and live delicately, are in kings’ courts.” Word: ἔνδοξος (éndoxos) | |
| Luke 13:17 | “And when he had said these things, all his adversaries were ashamed: and all the people rejoiced for all the glorious things that were done by him.” Word: ἔνδοξος (éndoxos) | |
| 1 Corinthians 4:10 | “We are fools for Christ’s sake, but ye are wise in Christ; we are weak, but ye are strong; ye are honourable, but we are despised.” Word: ἔνδοξος (éndoxos) | |
| Ephesians 5:27 | “That he might present it to himself a glorious church, not having spot, or wrinkle, or any such thing; but that it should be holy and without blemish.” Word: ἔνδοξος (éndoxos) |