δόξαν

Strong’s Definition

glory (as very apparent), in a wide application (literal or figurative, objective or subjective)

Etymology & Derivation

from the base of G1380

KJV Usage

dignity, glory(-ious), honour, praise, worship

Detailed Definition

From Thayer’s Greek Lexicon outline.

• 1.opinion, judgment, view
• 2.in the new testament always a good opinion concerning one, resulting in praise, honor, and glory
• 3.of the moon, sun, stars
• 4.of that condition with god the father in heaven to which christ was raised after he had achieved his work on earth
• 5.the glorious condition of blessedness into which is appointed and promised that true christians shall enter after their saviour's return from heaven
• 6.magnificence, excellence, preeminence, dignity, grace
• 7.opinion, estimate, whether good or bad concerning someone
• 8.majesty
• 9.splendor, brightness
• 10.a most glorious condition, most exalted state

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