The term "gorgeously" is used in the Bible to describe a manner of dressing or adorning oneself with splendor and magnificence. This concept is often associated with wealth, royalty, and the display of opulence. In the biblical context, the use of the term can carry both positive and negative connotations, depending on the circumstances and the heart attitude of the individuals involved.

Biblical References:

1. Luke 23:11 : "Then Herod and his soldiers treated Him with contempt and mocked Him. They dressed Him in a splendid robe and sent Him back to Pilate." In this passage, the word "splendid" is synonymous with "gorgeously." Herod's soldiers mockingly dressed Jesus in a splendid robe, highlighting the irony of their actions. While they intended to ridicule Him, the robe symbolically acknowledged His true kingship, albeit in a manner that was not understood by those who mocked Him.

2. Ezekiel 16:13 : "So you were adorned with gold and silver, and your clothing was of fine linen and silk, embroidered cloth. You ate fine flour, honey, and oil. So you were exceedingly beautiful and advanced to royalty." Here, the prophet Ezekiel describes the nation of Israel as being gorgeously adorned, symbolizing the blessings and favor bestowed upon them by God. The imagery of fine clothing and adornment is used to illustrate the nation's elevated status and the beauty that comes from divine favor.

3. Revelation 18:16 : "saying: ‘Woe, woe to the great city, clothed in fine linen and purple and scarlet, adorned with gold and precious stones and pearls!’" In this apocalyptic vision, the luxurious adornment of the great city, often interpreted as Babylon, represents its wealth and opulence. However, this splendor is ultimately fleeting and subject to divine judgment, serving as a warning against the pride and excess that can accompany material wealth.

Theological Implications:

The use of "gorgeously" in the Bible often serves as a reflection of the heart's condition. While God does not condemn wealth or beauty in themselves, the Scriptures caution against the pride and self-indulgence that can accompany them. The Bible encourages believers to focus on inner beauty and righteousness rather than outward adornment (1 Peter 3:3-4).

In the context of worship and devotion, the Bible presents a balanced view. The tabernacle and temple were adorned with beautiful and costly materials, reflecting the glory and majesty of God. However, the emphasis remains on the heart's posture before God, as seen in passages like Micah 6:8, which calls for justice, mercy, and humility.

Cultural and Historical Context:

In ancient times, clothing and adornment were significant indicators of social status and wealth. Royalty and the affluent often dressed in fine garments made of costly materials like linen, silk, and adorned with gold and jewels. This cultural backdrop provides insight into the biblical narratives where "gorgeously" is used, highlighting the contrast between earthly splendor and spiritual values.

Overall, the concept of being gorgeously adorned in the Bible serves as a reminder of the transient nature of earthly wealth and the enduring value of spiritual beauty and righteousness.GORGEOUS; GORGEOUSLY

gor'-jus, gor'-jus-li (mikhlol; lampros): Mikhlol occurs twice in the Old Testament, translated in the King James Version and the Revised Version (British and American) "most gorgeously" (Ezekiel 23:12); in Ezekiel 38:4, the King James Version translates "all sorts" (of armor), the Revised Version (British and American) "clothed in full armor." Lampros ("shining," "bright"), is only once translated "gorgeous" (Luke 23:11); "Herod. arrayed him in a gorgeous robe," the Revised Version (British and American) "gorgeous apparel." We have also in Luke 7:25, "They that are gorgeously appareled (endoxos, "splendid," "glorious"). are in kings' courts." They were scarcely to be looked for among the prophets, or in the new community of Jesus.

W. L. Walker

4358. miklol -- perfection, gorgeous attire
... most gorgeously, all sorts. From kalal; perfection (ie Concrete adverbial, splendidly) --
most gorgeously, all sorts. see HEBREW kalal. 4357, 4358. ...
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Excess in Dress, as Well as in Personal Culture, to be Shunned ...
... and, in the next place, if there are any of you whom the exigencies of riches, or
birth, or past dignities, compel to appear in public so gorgeously arrayed as ...
/.../tertullian/on the apparel of women/chapter ix excess in dress as.htm

Summer Song.
... delight In this summer time so bright, The bounties God displayeth, The garden's
splendour go and see, Behold how God for me and thee Them gorgeously arrayeth. ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/gerhardt/paul gerhardts spiritual songs/summer song.htm

John's Doubts and Christ's Praise
... A man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they which are gorgeously apparelled, and
live delicately, are in kings' courts.26. But what went ye out for to see? ...
/.../maclaren/expositions of holy scripture e/johns doubts and christs praise.htm

Jesus' Estimate of John the Baptist.
... a man clothed in soft raiment? Behold, they that are gorgeously apparelled, and
live delicately, are in kings' courts. But what went ye out to see? a prophet? ...
//christianbookshelf.org/barton/his life/jesus estimate of john the.htm

Adonijah
... to that of his father, and when he moved abroad was accompanied by a stately retinue
of chariots and horsemen, and fifty foot attendants gorgeously apparelled. ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/milligan/men of the bible some lesser-known/adonijah.htm

The Strife for Precedence.
... And though the forms of aristocracy flourish more gorgeously in their native soil,
the genuine virus can be found in New York almost as readily as in London ...
/.../chapin/humanity in the city/discourse iii the strife for.htm

The Capture of Chrysostom
... At Pagr?? there was quite a commotion"for there were two imperial chariots, with
their gorgeously caparisoned horses, and by them stood two persons ...
/.../chapter xv the capture of.htm

The Baptist's Inquiry and Jesus' Discourse Suggested Thereby.
... ca man clothed in soft raiment? ^a Behold, they that wear soft raiment ^c they that
are gorgeously apparelled, and live delicately, are in kings' courts. ...
/.../mcgarvey/the four-fold gospel/xlv the baptists inquiry and.htm

Before Egypt's Throne
... She was borne to the doors of the throne-room and two nobles gorgeously habited
set the carved steps beside the litter for her feet. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/miller/the yoke/chapter xxxix before egypts throne.htm

A Last visit to Arcadius
... You shall see him,' said Arcadius; and, summoning a gorgeously dressed slave by
the tinkle of a golden bell, he ordered him to lead in the young Augustus. ...
/.../chapter lxix a last visit.htm

Gorgeously (3 Occurrences)
... Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia GORGEOUS; GORGEOUSLY. ... WL Walker. Multi-Version
Concordance Gorgeously (3 Occurrences). Luke 7:25 But what did you go out to see? ...
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Gorgeous (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) Imposing through splendid or various colors; showy;
fine; magnificent. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. GORGEOUS; GORGEOUSLY. ...
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Dressed (77 Occurrences)
... A man clothed in soft clothing? Behold, those who are gorgeously dressed, and
live delicately, are in kings' courts. (WEB WEY NAS NIV). ...
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Luxurious (9 Occurrences)
... Luke 7:25 But what did you go out to see? A man wearing luxurious clothes? People
who are gorgeously dressed and live in luxury are found in palaces. (WEY DBY). ...
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Lusted (14 Occurrences)
... Ezekiel 23:12 She lusted after the children of Asshur her neighbours, governors
and rulers, clothed most gorgeously, horsemen riding upon horses, all of them ...
/l/lusted.htm - 10k

Luxury (8 Occurrences)
... A man wearing luxurious clothes? People who are gorgeously dressed and live
in luxury are found in palaces. (WEY YLT NAS RSV NIV). ...
/l/luxury.htm - 9k

Gorges (1 Occurrence)

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Wearing (43 Occurrences)
... Luke 7:25 But what did you go out to see? A man wearing luxurious clothes? People
who are gorgeously dressed and live in luxury are found in palaces. (WEY). ...
/w/wearing.htm - 18k

Wear (56 Occurrences)
... see? A man wearing luxurious clothes? People who are gorgeously dressed
and live in luxury are found in palaces. (Root in WEY NIV). ...
/w/wear.htm - 25k

Indulge (12 Occurrences)
... see? A man clothed in soft clothing? Behold, those who are gorgeously dressed,
and live delicately, are in kings' courts. (See NIV). ...
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