In the biblical context, the concept of being "dishonored" is often associated with shame, disgrace, and a loss of respect or dignity. This theme is prevalent throughout Scripture, where individuals, nations, and even God Himself can be dishonored by actions contrary to His will and commandments.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, dishonor is frequently linked to disobedience and sin. For instance, the Israelites were warned against dishonoring God through idolatry and rebellion. In the book of Malachi, God expresses His displeasure with the priests who dishonor His name by offering blemished sacrifices: "If I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a master, where is your fear of Me? says the LORD of Hosts to you priests who despise My name" (Malachi 1:6).

Dishonor is also seen in familial relationships. The commandment to "Honor your father and your mother" (Exodus 20:12) implies that failing to do so results in dishonor. The consequences of such actions are severe, as seen in the law that prescribes punishment for those who curse their parents (Exodus 21:17).

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, dishonor is often associated with moral and spiritual failings. The Apostle Paul addresses the issue of dishonor in the context of sexual immorality and idolatry. In Romans 1:24, he writes, "Therefore God gave them over in the desires of their hearts to impurity for the dishonoring of their bodies with one another" . Here, dishonor is a consequence of turning away from God's truth and engaging in sinful behavior.

The concept of dishonor also appears in discussions of social and ecclesiastical order. In 1 Corinthians 11, Paul discusses the proper conduct during worship, emphasizing that certain behaviors can bring dishonor. For example, he states, "Every man who prays or prophesies with his head covered dishonors his head" (1 Corinthians 11:4), highlighting the importance of maintaining respect and order in worship practices.

Dishonor and Redemption

Despite the prevalence of dishonor due to sin, the Bible also offers a message of hope and redemption. Through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ, individuals can be restored to a place of honor before God. The parable of the prodigal son (Luke 15:11-32) illustrates this beautifully, as the son who dishonored his father by squandering his inheritance is welcomed back with open arms upon his return and repentance.

Furthermore, Jesus Himself experienced dishonor during His earthly ministry, culminating in His crucifixion. Yet, through His resurrection, He was exalted and honored by God the Father. As Philippians 2:9-11 states, "Therefore God exalted Him to the highest place and gave Him the name above all names, that at the name of Jesus every knee should bow, in heaven and on earth and under the earth" .

Conclusion

The theme of dishonor in the Bible serves as a reminder of the consequences of sin and the importance of living a life that honors God and others. Through Christ, believers are called to a higher standard, one that reflects the honor and glory of God in all aspects of life.(imp. & p. p.) of Dishonor.820. atimos -- without honor, dishonored
... without honor, dishonored. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: atimos Phonetic
Spelling: (at'-ee-mos) Short Definition: without honor, despised Definition ...
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818. atimazo -- to dishonor
... See 820 (). Word Origin from atimos Definition to dishonor NASB Word Usage dishonor
(2), dishonored (2), shame (1), shamefully (1), treated...shamefully (1). ...
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987. blasphemeo -- to slander, hence to speak lightly or profanely ...
... things NASB Word Usage be spoken of as evil (1), blaspheme (4), blasphemed (6),
blasphemers (1), blasphemes (3), blaspheming (4), dishonored (1), hurling abuse ...
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7034. qalah -- to be lightly esteemed or dishonored
... qalah. 7035 . to be lightly esteemed or dishonored. Transliteration: qalah Phonetic
Spelling: (kaw-law') Short Definition: degraded. Word Origin a prim. ...
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3637. kalam -- to be humiliated
... humiliated NASB Word Usage ashamed (6), bear her shame (1), blush (2), brought us
to dishonor (1), confounded (1), disgraced (1), dishonored (7), embarrassed (1 ...
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Honour and Glory unto Him.
... And how that beloved Son is in our day dishonored! ... And this blessed One, the beloved
Son of God is denied, He is rejected, dishonored and refused. ...
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Christ Our Advocate
... 2. He must be the uncompromising friend of the dishonored law. The sinner has greatly
dishonored, and by his conduct denounced, both the law and the Law-giver. ...
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John ix. 34-36
... Temple, and the Lord of the Temple found him; he was separated from that pestilent
company, and met with the Fountain of salvation; he was dishonored by those ...
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Of the Adulterous Conduct of Maxentius at Rome.
... Moreover, though he shamefully dishonored almost numberless free women, he
was unable to satisfy his ungoverned and intemperate desires. ...
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A Sermon for the Time Present
... God's people cannot bear that Christ's atoning sacrifice should be dishonored; they
cannot endure that his truth should be trodden as mire in the streets. ...
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1 Timothy v. 15-Nov
... As if he had said, They have been false to Christ, they have dishonored Him, and
transgressed His covenant. "And withal they learn to be idle.". ...
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Rom. I. 26, 27
... All these affections then were vile, but chiefly the mad lust after males; for the
soul is more the sufferer in sins, and more dishonored, than the body in ...
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Seventh Commandment
... Where family ties are disregarded and dishonored, the results are always fatal. ... The
harlot is bringing me down to an untimely and dishonored grave.". ...
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The Beauty and Glory of the Risen Body.
... Then, indeed, our bodies are "sown in dishonor." But when the fulness of time shall
have come, these same dishonored bodies "shall rise in glory.". ...
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Transformed by Grace
... or confess his sins. By resisting the divine influence he dishonored the
Master whom he professed to love. John warred earnestly ...
/.../white/the acts of the apostles/lesson 55 transformed by grace.htm

Dishonored (17 Occurrences)
... (imp. & pp) of Dishonor. Multi-Version Concordance Dishonored (17 Occurrences). ...
(See NAS). James 2:6 But you have dishonored the poor man. ...
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Oppress (57 Occurrences)
... (WEB). James 2:6 But you have dishonored the poor man. Don't the rich oppress you,
and personally drag you before the courts? (WEB KJV ASV DBY WBS YLT NAS RSV). ...
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Judgment-seats (1 Occurrence)
... Judgment-seats (1 Occurrence). James 2:6 But ye have dishonored the poor man. Do
not the rich oppress you, and themselves drag you before the judgment-seats? ...
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Lusts (28 Occurrences)
... Romans 1:24 Therefore God also gave them up in the lusts of their hearts to uncleanness,
that their bodies should be dishonored among themselves, (WEB KJV ASV ...
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Taber
... namely, in the exceedingly graphic account of the capture of Nineveh given in Nahum
2:7. The queen (perhaps the city personified) is dishonored and led into ...
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Exploiting (1 Occurrence)
... Exploiting (1 Occurrence). James 2:6 But you have dishonored the poor man. Don't
the rich oppress you, and personally drag you before the courts? (See NIV). ...
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Disgrace (73 Occurrences)
... regard, or respect. 2. (n.) The state of being dishonored, or covered
with shame; dishonor; shame; ignominy. 3. (n.) That which ...
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Dishonest (33 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (a.) Dishonorable; shameful; indecent; unchaste;
lewd. 2. (a.) Dishonored; disgraced; disfigured. 3 ...
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Dishonorest (1 Occurrence)

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Degrading (3 Occurrences)
... Romans 1:24 Therefore God also gave them up in the lusts of their hearts to uncleanness,
that their bodies should be dishonored among themselves, (See NIV). ...
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