The term "honourest" is an archaic form of the word "honor," often found in older translations of the Bible. In the context of Scripture, honor is a significant theme that encompasses respect, reverence, and esteem towards God, parents, authorities, and others. The concept of honor is deeply rooted in biblical teachings and is integral to the moral and ethical framework presented in the Bible.

Biblical Usage and Context

1. Honor Towards God: The Bible frequently emphasizes the importance of honoring God as the Creator and Sustainer of all things. In the Old Testament, the Israelites are repeatedly instructed to honor God through obedience, worship, and the observance of His commandments. For example, in Malachi 1:6 , God questions the Israelites, saying, "A son honors his father, and a servant his master. If I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a master, where is your fear of Me?" This verse underscores the expectation of reverence and respect due to God.

2. Honor Towards Parents: One of the Ten Commandments explicitly instructs individuals to honor their parents. Exodus 20:12 states, "Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you." This commandment is reiterated in the New Testament, highlighting its enduring significance. Ephesians 6:2-3 echoes this, saying, "Honor your father and mother (which is the first commandment with a promise), that it may go well with you and that you may have a long life on the earth."

3. Honor in Society: The Bible also addresses the importance of honoring those in positions of authority and others within the community. Romans 13:7 instructs believers, "Pay everyone what you owe him: taxes to whom taxes are due, revenue to whom revenue is due, respect to whom respect is due, honor to whom honor is due." This passage highlights the broader application of honor in societal relationships, emphasizing respect for governmental and social structures.

4. Honor Among Believers: Within the Christian community, mutual honor and respect are encouraged. Romans 12:10 advises, "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another." This call to honor fellow believers fosters unity and love within the body of Christ.

5. Honor and Humility: The Bible often links honor with humility, suggesting that true honor comes from a humble heart. Proverbs 15:33 states, "The fear of the LORD is the instruction of wisdom, and humility comes before honor." This principle is echoed in the New Testament, where Jesus teaches that those who humble themselves will be exalted (Matthew 23:12).

Theological Significance

From a theological perspective, honor is not merely an external act but a reflection of one's inner disposition towards God and others. It is an acknowledgment of God's sovereignty and the inherent worth of individuals created in His image. The practice of honoring God and others is a manifestation of love and obedience, central to the Christian life.

In summary, the concept of "honourest" in the Bible encompasses a wide range of relationships and responsibilities, all rooted in the fundamental call to love and respect God and His creation.

On the Words, and in one Holy Catholic Church, and in the ...
... case. Thou hast different sorts of servants: and some are good and some bad;
thou honourest therefore the good, and smitest the bad. ...
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Saints' Days, Fasts, and Festivals.
... Thou honourest them in heaven with Thy approving smile. We will honour
them on earth, not merely with our lips, but in our lives. ...
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Humility
... Thou art too condescending; thou honourest me too much; thou hast taken me for a
better man than I am; thou knowest not what a poor miserable creature I am at ...
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On the Words of the Gospel, John x. 30, "I and the Father are One. ...
... When thou honourest the Father by outraging the Son, thou offendest both the Son
and the Father. From whom wilt thou fly? to whom wilt thou fly? ...
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Martyrdom of Habib the Deacon.
... [3259]. The governor said: How is it that thou worshippest and honourest
a man, but refusest to worship and honour Zeus there? Habib ...
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Psalm CIII.
... giveth not to the man, but to a most infamous profession; for if he were only a
man, and not a fighter of beasts, thou wouldest not give; thou honourest him in ...
/.../augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm ciii.htm

God's Family.
... Be true to him thyself, nor spare to show thou lovest and honourest him; but defence
may dishonour: men may say, What! is thy friend's esteem then so small? ...
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Honourest (2 Occurrences)
...Honourest (2 Occurrences). ... And thou honourest thy sons above me, to make yourselves
fat with the primest of all the oblations of Israel my people. (DBY JPS). ...
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Honoureth (9 Occurrences)

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Oblations (24 Occurrences)
... habitation? And thou honourest thy sons above me, to make yourselves fat with
the primest of all the oblations of Israel my people. (DBY). ...
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Fattening (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Samuel 2:29 Wherefore kick ye at My sacrifice and at Mine offering, which I have
commanded in My habitation; and honourest thy sons above Me, to make ...
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Trample (34 Occurrences)
... habitation? And thou honourest thy sons above me, to make yourselves fat with
the primest of all the oblations of Israel my people. (DBY). ...
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Primest (1 Occurrence)
... habitation? And thou honourest thy sons above me, to make yourselves fat with
the primest of all the oblations of Israel my people. (DBY). ...
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Adversity (54 Occurrences)
... encompasseth me? -- (DBY NAS). Psalms 50:15 And call Me in a day of adversity,
I deliver thee, and thou honourest Me. (YLT). Psalms ...
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Honoured (79 Occurrences)

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Rescue (92 Occurrences)
... Oh, deliver me from deceitful and wicked men. (See NIV). Psalms 50:15 And call Me
in a day of adversity, I deliver thee, and thou honourest Me. (See NAS). ...
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Sacrifices (186 Occurrences)
... 1 Samuel 2:29 Wherefore kick ye at My sacrifice and at Mine offering, which I have
commanded in My habitation; and honourest thy sons above Me, to make ...
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