The term "gloriest" is an archaic form of the verb "glory," which means to take great pride or pleasure in something. In the context of the Bible, to glory is to boast or exult, often in the Lord or in the works of God. The concept of glory is central to biblical theology, reflecting both the majesty of God and the appropriate response of His people to His greatness.

Biblical Usage

The word "gloriest" appears in the King James Version of the Bible, but in modern translations like the Berean Standard Bible, it is often rendered as "boast" or "glory." The term is used to describe both appropriate and inappropriate forms of boasting.

Appropriate Glorying

1. In the Lord: The Bible encourages believers to glory in the Lord rather than in their own achievements or possessions. Jeremiah 9:23-24 states, "This is what the LORD says: 'Let not the wise man boast in his wisdom, nor the strong man in his strength, nor the wealthy man in his riches. But let him who boasts boast in this, that he understands and knows Me, that I am the LORD, who exercises loving devotion, justice, and righteousness on the earth, for I delight in these things,' declares the LORD."

2. In the Cross of Christ: The Apostle Paul emphasizes glorying in the cross of Christ as the foundation of Christian faith. Galatians 6:14 reads, "But as for me, may I never boast, except in the cross of our Lord Jesus Christ, through which the world has been crucified to me, and I to the world."

3. In Weakness: Paul also speaks of glorying in his weaknesses, as they reveal the power of Christ. In 2 Corinthians 12:9 , he writes, "But He said to me, 'My grace is sufficient for you, for My power is perfected in weakness.' Therefore I will boast all the more gladly in my weaknesses, so that the power of Christ may rest on me."

Inappropriate Glorying

1. In Human Wisdom and Strength: The Bible warns against glorying in human wisdom, strength, or riches, as these are fleeting and ultimately insignificant compared to the eternal glory of God. As noted in Jeremiah 9:23-24, true glory is found in knowing and understanding the Lord.

2. In Personal Achievements: James 4:16 cautions against boasting in personal plans and achievements, stating, "As it is, you boast in your proud intentions. All such boasting is evil."

Theological Significance

The concept of glorying in the Bible underscores the importance of humility and the recognition of God's sovereignty. It calls believers to shift their focus from self-centered pride to God-centered worship and gratitude. By glorying in the Lord, Christians acknowledge His supreme authority and the grace that He extends to humanity through Jesus Christ.

Practical Application

For believers, the call to glory in the Lord serves as a reminder to prioritize spiritual values over worldly success. It encourages a life of worship, gratitude, and reliance on God's strength rather than one's own. This perspective fosters a community of faith that exalts God above all else and seeks to reflect His glory in every aspect of life.

If Unveiling be Proper, Why not Practise it Always, Out of the ...
... And if it is by God that the virtue of continence is conferred, "why gloriest thou,
as if thou have not received?" [322] If, however, you have not received it ...
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The Same Subject Continued.
... Why gloriest thou as if thou have not received?" [846] Is he not withal "smiting
them upon the mouth," [847] (in saying): "But some, in (their) conscience ...
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That we Ought to Acknowledge all the Love we Bear to God to be ...
... Yea, poor wretch that thou art, thou didst receive the receiving in which thou gloriest,
and the consent which thou vauntest: for tell me, I pray thee, wilt ...
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Psalm LII.
... "He that glorieth, let him glory in the Lord:" [1887] he that glorieth, let him
glory in goodness. Thou gloriest, because thou art mighty in evil. ...
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Questions which Ought to be Asked
... peace with thy Maker. Thou gloriest that thou art not a beast: take heed
that the beast do not condemn thee. Thou thinkest thyself ...
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Divine Sovereignty
... for thy gifts come from God. O glory not, for if thou gloriest thou becomest
uncomely in a moment. The flowers boast not of their ...
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Demonstration v. --Of Wars.
... And if thou gloriest in thy children, they shall be led away from thee to the Beast,
as the children of King Hezekiah were led away, and became eunuchs in the ...
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Knox -- the First Temptation of Christ
... For thus, methinks, our Master and Champion, Jesus Christ, provoked our enemy to
battle: "Satan, thou gloriest of thy power and victories over mankind, that ...
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A Caution to the Presumptuous
... Take heed that thou neither gloriest in thy talents nor in thy graces. Many are
worse still; they think they shall not fall because of their privileges. ...
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Gloriest (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Gloriest (4 Occurrences). Romans 2:17 But if thou bearest
the name of a Jew, and restest upon the law, and gloriest in God, (ASV). ...
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Glorieth (4 Occurrences)

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Glories (4 Occurrences)

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Transgression (70 Occurrences)
... (KJV WEY WBS YLT). Romans 2:23 thou who gloriest in the law, through thy
transgression of the law dishonorest thou God? (ASV DBY YLT). ...
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Dishonorest (1 Occurrence)
... Dishonorest (1 Occurrence). Romans 2:23 thou who gloriest in the law, through
thy transgression of the law dishonorest thou God? (ASV WBS). ...
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Bearest (11 Occurrences)
... true. (KJV ASV DBY). Romans 2:17 But if thou bearest the name of a Jew, and
restest upon the law, and gloriest in God, (ASV). Romans ...
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Trusteth (30 Occurrences)
... whose hope the LORD is. (KJV JPS ASV WBS YLT). Jeremiah 49:4 Wherefore gloriest
thou in the valleys? Thy valley shall flow down, O ...
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