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The title "Glory of the Lord" as it pertains to Christ is a profound expression of His divine nature and the manifestation of God's presence. This title encapsulates the majesty, holiness, and splendor of Christ, reflecting His role in revealing the Father to humanity.
In the Old Testament, the "Glory of the Lord" is often associated with God's presence among His people. For instance, in
Exodus 24:16-17 , the glory of the Lord settles on Mount Sinai, appearing as a consuming fire. This visible manifestation signifies God's holiness and His covenant relationship with Israel. Similarly, in
Ezekiel 1:28 , the appearance of the likeness of the glory of the Lord is described as a radiant vision, emphasizing God's transcendence and majesty.
In the New Testament, the concept of the "Glory of the Lord" is intimately connected with Jesus Christ.
John 1:14 declares, "The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. We have seen His glory, the glory of the one and only Son from the Father, full of grace and truth." Here, the glory of Christ is revealed in His incarnation, embodying the divine presence and character of God in human form.
The transfiguration of Jesus is another pivotal moment where His glory is unveiled. In
Matthew 17:2 , it is recorded, "There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light." This event provides a glimpse of Christ's divine glory, affirming His identity as the Son of God and foreshadowing His resurrection and exaltation.
The apostle Paul further elucidates the glory of Christ in his epistles. In
2 Corinthians 4:6 , he writes, "For God, who said, 'Let light shine out of darkness,' made His light shine in our hearts to give us the light of the knowledge of the glory of God in the face of Jesus Christ." This passage highlights the transformative power of Christ's glory, which enlightens believers and reveals the truth of God's salvation.
Moreover, the book of Revelation presents the ultimate revelation of Christ's glory.
Revelation 21:23 describes the New Jerusalem, stating, "The city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory of God illuminates it, and the Lamb is its lamp." In this eschatological vision, the glory of Christ is the source of eternal light and life, underscoring His divine sovereignty and the fulfillment of God's redemptive plan.
Throughout Scripture, the "Glory of the Lord" as a title for Christ signifies His divine essence, His role as the mediator of God's presence, and His ultimate victory and reign. It is a testament to His unique position as the revelation of God's glory to the world, inviting believers to behold and reflect His majesty in their lives.
Torrey's Topical Textbook
Isaiah 40:5And the glory of the LORD shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it together: for the mouth of the LORD has spoken it.
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That Worthy Name.
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He Produces Testimonies to the Same Doctrine from the Apostle Paul ...
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On the Clause, and in one Lord Jesus Christ, with a Reading from ...
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Proof of the Catholic Sense of the Word Son. Power, Word or Reason ...
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the names, yet He ... of the generation from the Father these titles are tokens ...
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Christ's Exaltation
... Thus he is exalted in his titles of honour ... Our high priest has all the names and
wants of his people ... Though Christ be in glory, he knows how to pity and succour ...
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Verbal Inspiration
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connection with the Divine titles. The names Elohim and Jehovah are found on ...
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Then Returning to the Words of Peter, "God Made Him Lord and ...
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More Particularly, in what Respect Christ is Called the Truth.
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been, that they thought to commend themselves to Christ by their ...
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The Fourth Theological Oration, which is the Second Concerning the ...
... They are the titles of the Son. ... all and above all keep to this, and thou shalt never
err, either in the loftier or the lowlier names; Jesus Christ is the ...
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Vanity of Human Glory.
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its proud titles of honour ... Your names will be written in Heaven, with those ...
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