The term "glorifieth" is an archaic form of the verb "glorify," which means to honor, praise, or exalt, often in a divine or spiritual context. In the Bible, glorification is a significant theme, reflecting the relationship between God and His creation, particularly humanity. The act of glorifying God is central to the life of believers, as it acknowledges His supreme authority, holiness, and majesty.

Biblical Context

1. Glorification of God: The primary focus of glorification in the Bible is the exaltation of God. Believers are called to glorify God in all aspects of their lives. In 1 Corinthians 10:31 , Paul instructs, "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God." This verse emphasizes that every action, no matter how mundane, should be done with the intention of honoring God.

2. Jesus Christ and Glorification: Jesus Christ is central to the concept of glorification. In John 17:1 , Jesus prays, "Father, the hour has come. Glorify Your Son, that Your Son may glorify You." Here, Jesus speaks of His impending crucifixion and resurrection as the means through which God will be glorified. The glorification of Jesus is also seen in His ascension and exaltation at the right hand of the Father.

3. The Holy Spirit's Role: The Holy Spirit plays a crucial role in glorifying Christ and, by extension, God the Father. In John 16:14 , Jesus says of the Holy Spirit, "He will glorify Me by taking from what is Mine and disclosing it to you." The Spirit reveals the truth of Christ to believers, leading them to glorify God through their understanding and actions.

4. Glorification of Believers: The Bible also speaks of the future glorification of believers. Romans 8:30 states, "And those He predestined, He also called; those He called, He also justified; those He justified, He also glorified." This passage highlights the ultimate transformation and exaltation of believers, who will share in Christ's glory in the eternal kingdom.

5. Creation's Glorification: The entire creation is destined for glorification. Romans 8:21 speaks of creation being "set free from its bondage to decay and brought into the glorious freedom of the children of God." This future glorification reflects the restoration of all things under God's sovereign plan.

Theological Implications

The concept of glorification underscores the sovereignty and holiness of God. It reflects the ultimate purpose of creation, which is to bring glory to God. The glorification of Jesus Christ through His life, death, and resurrection is the pinnacle of God's redemptive plan, demonstrating His love and justice. For believers, glorification is both a present calling and a future hope, as they are transformed into the likeness of Christ and anticipate their eternal inheritance.

Practical Application

Believers are encouraged to live lives that glorify God in every aspect. This involves worship, obedience, and service, as well as reflecting God's character in interactions with others. The call to glorify God is a reminder of the believer's identity and purpose, rooted in the redemptive work of Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit.

Rom. Iv. 1, 2
... forward: but he that finds his honor in having faith in God, has a much greater
ground for glorying to show, in that it is God that he glorifieth and magnifieth ...
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John Chapter viii. 48-59
... 14. "Jesus answered, If I glorify myself, my glory is nothing: it is my Father that
glorifieth me." He said this on account of their saying, "Whom makest thou ...
/.../augustine/homilies on the gospel of john/tractate xliii john chapter viii.htm

The Jewish Sacrifices are Now Abolished.
... To us, then, He declares, "A sacrifice [pleasing] to God is a broken spirit; a smell
of sweet savour to the Lord is a heart that glorifieth Him that made it ...
/.../barnabas/the epistle of barnabas /chapter ii the jewish sacrifices are.htm

Verily, Verily, I Say unto You, Whosoever Keepeth My Word Shall ...
... whom makest thou thyself? [2459] Jesus said unto them, If I glorify myself, my glory
is nothing: my Father is he that [5] glorifieth me; of whom ye say, that ...
/.../hogg/the diatessaron of tatian/section xxxvi verily verily i.htm

Psalm XV.
... which was made out of nothing. "But those that fear the Lord, He glorifieth:"
the Lord Himself, that is. Now "the fear of the Lord ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/exposition on the book of psalms/psalm xv.htm

The Freedom of the Soul.
... Jesus answered, "If I glorify myself, my glory is nothing: it is my Father that
glorifieth me; of whom ye say, that he is your God; and ye have not known him ...
//christianbookshelf.org/barton/his life/the freedom of the soul.htm

You are Able Therein to See the Infinite Glory of Your High Estate
... For if God is Love, and Love be so restless a principle in exalting its object:
and so secure that it always promoteth, and glorifieth and exalteth itself ...
/.../traherne/centuries of meditations/26 you are able therein.htm

Being Made Alone
... And He glorifieth His eternal Wisdom, in making His goodness unto all them wholly
thine, and wholly infinite unto each of them, yet wholly and solely thine in ...
/.../traherne/centuries of meditations/68 being made alone.htm

January 11 Morning
... let us offer the sacrifice of praise to God continually, that is, the fruit of our
lips giving thanks to his name."Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and ...
/.../anonymous/daily light on the daily path/january 11 morning.htm

March 12 Evening
... Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth his conversation aright
will I shew the salvation of God."I will praise the name of God with a ...
/.../anonymous/daily light on the daily path/march 12 evening.htm

Glorifieth (2 Occurrences)
...Glorifieth (2 Occurrences). ... Psalms 50:23 Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and
to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God. ...
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Ordereth (2 Occurrences)
... Ordereth (2 Occurrences). Psalms 50:23 Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and
to him that ordereth his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God. ...
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Glorifies (3 Occurrences)

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Deportment (12 Occurrences)
... (WBS). Psalms 50:23 Whoever offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth
his deportment aright will I show the salvation of God. (WBS). ...
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Aright (14 Occurrences)
... (See JPS). Psalms 50:23 Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth
his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God. ...
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Bathsheba (14 Occurrences)
... Psalms 50:23 Whoso offereth the sacrifice of thanksgiving glorifieth me; And to
him that ordereth his way 'aright' Will I show the salvation of God. ...
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Glorify (49 Occurrences)

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Honoureth (9 Occurrences)
... Psalms 50:23 Whoso offereth the sacrifice of thanksgiving glorifieth me; And to
him that ordereth his way aright Will I show the salvation of God. ...
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Offereth (28 Occurrences)
... (See JPS ASV). Psalms 50:23 Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that
ordereth his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God. ...
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Conversation (30 Occurrences)
... (KJV). Psalms 50:23 Whoso offereth praise glorifieth me: and to him that ordereth
his conversation aright will I shew the salvation of God. (KJV). ...
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