The term "dishonorest" is an archaic form of the verb "dishonor," which means to bring shame or disgrace upon someone or something. In the context of the Bible, dishonoring is often associated with failing to show the respect or reverence due to God, parents, or other authorities. The concept of honor and its opposite, dishonor, is a significant theme throughout the Scriptures, reflecting the moral and ethical standards expected of believers.

Biblical Context

1. Dishonoring God: The Bible frequently warns against actions and attitudes that dishonor God. In Malachi 1:6 , the Lord addresses the priests, saying, "A son honors his father, and a servant his master. But if I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a master, where is your fear of Me?" This verse highlights the expectation that God, as the ultimate authority, deserves honor and reverence. Dishonoring God can take many forms, including idolatry, disobedience, and irreverence in worship.

2. Dishonoring Parents: The command to honor one's father and mother is one of the Ten Commandments, underscoring its importance (Exodus 20:12). Ephesians 6:2-3 reiterates this command, stating, "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." Dishonoring parents is seen as a serious offense, reflecting a broader disregard for God's ordained order and authority.

3. Dishonoring Others: The Bible also addresses the treatment of others within the community of believers. Romans 12:10 instructs, "Be devoted to one another in brotherly love. Outdo yourselves in honoring one another." Dishonoring others, whether through slander, gossip, or unjust treatment, is contrary to the call to love and respect fellow believers.

4. Dishonoring the Body: In 1 Corinthians 6:19-20 , Paul writes, "Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body." This passage emphasizes the importance of honoring God with one's body, avoiding actions that would bring dishonor, such as sexual immorality.

Theological Implications

Dishonor in the biblical sense is not merely a social faux pas but a violation of divine order and command. It reflects a heart attitude that is contrary to the humility, respect, and obedience that God desires from His people. The call to honor God and others is rooted in the recognition of God's sovereignty and the inherent worth of individuals created in His image.

Practical Application

Believers are encouraged to examine their lives for areas where they may be dishonoring God or others. This includes evaluating one's speech, actions, and attitudes. Repentance and a renewed commitment to live in a manner that honors God and respects others are essential steps in aligning with biblical teachings. The pursuit of honor, as opposed to dishonor, is a reflection of a life transformed by the grace and truth of the Gospel.

The Approbation of Goodness is not the Love of It.
... thou that abhorrest idols, dost thou commit sacrilege? thou that makest thy boast
of the law, through, breaking the law dishonorest thou God?". ...
/.../shedd/sermons to the natural man/the approbation of goodness is.htm

Keeping the Law; the Jews' Glorying; the Fear of Punishment; the ...
... thou that abhorrest idols, dost thou commit sacrilege? thou that makest thy boast
of the law, through breaking the law dishonorest thou God? ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 13 viii keeping the law.htm

Rom. Ii. 17, 18
... Ver.23. "Thou that makest a boast in the Law through breaking the Law dishonorest
thou God?". There are two accusations which he makes, or rather three. ...
/.../chrysostom/homilies on acts and romans/homily vi rom ii 17.htm

John vii. 45, 46
... Thou that makest thy boast of the Law, through breaking of the Law dishonorest thou
God?" ( Romans 2:17, 21, 23.) Beware lest we also who make boast of the ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily lii john vii 45.htm

1 Cor. xi. 17
... Whereas if even before this thou hadst not known him, thou oughtest to have come
to the knowledge of him from the Table; but now thou dishonorest the Table ...
/.../homilies on the epistles of paul to the corinthians/homily xxvii 1 cor xi.htm

Fear Not
... What! shall the Eternal fail thee? Shall the faithful Promiser break his
oath? Thou dishonorest God, O unbelief! Get thee hence! ...
//christianbookshelf.org/spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 3 1857/fear not.htm

the Nature of this Oversight
... Thou that makest thy boast of the law, through breaking the law dishonorest thou
God?' What! shall the same tongue speak evil that speakest against evil? ...
//christianbookshelf.org/baxter/the reformed pastor/section 1 the nature.htm

The Fourth Book
... the words of the apostle to every Christian man were most justly spoken: "Thou that
makest thy boast of the law, through breaking the law dishonorest thou God? ...
//christianbookshelf.org/salvian/on the government of god/the fourth book.htm

Dishonorest (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Dishonorest (1 Occurrence). Romans 2:23 thou who gloriest
in the law, through thy transgression of the law dishonorest thou God? ...
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Dishonored (17 Occurrences)

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Gloriest (4 Occurrences)
... in God, (ASV). Romans 2:23 thou who gloriest in the law, through thy
transgression of the law dishonorest thou God? (ASV). Romans 11 ...
/g/gloriest.htm - 7k

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). ...
/t/transgression.htm - 29k

Dishonoreth (3 Occurrences)

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