Topical Encyclopedia The concept of the "Glory of God" is a central theme throughout the Bible, reflecting the majesty, holiness, and divine presence of God. The term "glory" in the biblical context often translates from the Hebrew word "kavod" and the Greek word "doxa," both of which convey a sense of weightiness, honor, and splendor.Old Testament In the Old Testament, the Glory of God is frequently associated with His manifest presence among His people. In Exodus 24:16-17 , the glory of the LORD is described as a consuming fire on the top of Mount Sinai, visible to the Israelites: "And the glory of the LORD settled on Mount Sinai. For six days the cloud covered it, and on the seventh day the LORD called to Moses from within the cloud. And the sight of the glory of the LORD was like a consuming fire on the mountaintop in the eyes of the Israelites." The Glory of God also filled the Tabernacle and later the Temple, signifying His dwelling among His people. In Exodus 40:34-35 , it is written: "Then the cloud covered the Tent of Meeting, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle. Moses was unable to enter the Tent of Meeting because the cloud had settled on it, and the glory of the LORD filled the tabernacle." The prophets also spoke of God's glory, often in the context of His sovereign rule and eschatological promises. Isaiah 6:3 records the seraphim proclaiming, "Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; His glory fills the whole earth." New Testament In the New Testament, the Glory of God is revealed supremely in the person and work of 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." This passage highlights the incarnation as the ultimate manifestation of God's glory. The transfiguration of Jesus is another significant event where His divine glory is revealed. In Matthew 17:2 , it is described: "There He was transfigured before them. His face shone like the sun, and His clothes became as white as the light." The apostle Paul frequently speaks of the Glory of God in relation to the gospel and the believer's transformation. In 2 Corinthians 3:18 , he writes, "And we, who with unveiled faces all reflect the glory of the Lord, are being transformed into His image with intensifying glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit." Theological Significance The Glory of God is not only a display of His majesty and power but also a revelation of His character and purposes. It is both a present reality and a future hope. Believers are called to live for the glory of God, as stated in 1 Corinthians 10:31 : "So whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do it all to the glory of God." The ultimate consummation of God's glory will be realized in the new creation, where His presence will be fully and eternally manifest among His people. Revelation 21:23 describes the New Jerusalem: "The city has no need of sun or moon to shine on it, for the glory of God illuminates the city, and the Lamb is its lamp." The Glory of God, therefore, encompasses His divine presence, His redemptive work through Christ, and the believer's call to reflect His character in anticipation of the eternal glory to come. Nave's Topical Index Psalm 29:1Give to the LORD, O you mighty, give to the LORD glory and strength. Nave's Topical Index Library In How Many Ways "Throughwhom" is Used; and in what Sense "With ... Some Hymns of Great Witnesses. The Service Common to Two or Many Hierarchs. The General Service to Saints Andrew of Constantinople, Isidore of ... The General Service to a Hiero-Confessor or Monk-Confessor. The Universal Chorus Matt. xxvii. 45-48. 1 Thessalonians iv. 9, 10 Faustus Fails to Understand Why He Should be Required Either to ... On the Soul and the Resurrection. Resources What is the meaning of “from glory to glory” in 2 Corinthians 3:18? | GotQuestions.orgWhat is the glory of God? | GotQuestions.org Why will God not give His glory to another (Isaiah 42:8)? | GotQuestions.org Glory: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Glory of God: Described As Great Glory of God: Enlightens God's People Glory of God: Exhibited in Christ Glory of God: Exhibited in his Name Glory of God: Exhibited to Moses Glory of God: God is Jealous of Glory of God: Saints Desire to Behold Glory of God: The Earth is Full of Glory of God: The Knowledge of, Shall Fill the Earth Glory of God: The People of God Glory of Hypocrites Turned to Shame Glory of the Church Shall be Rich and Abundant Glory of the Gospel Exceeds That of the Law Glory of the Gospel, Exceeds That of the Law Glory of the Wicked is in Their Shame Glory of the Wicked: Ends in Destruction Glory: Christ Is, to his People Glory: Eternal of God's People Shall be Rich and Abundant Glory: Eternal: Accompanies Salvation by Christ Glory: Eternal: Afflictions of Ministers Are, to Saints Glory: Eternal: Enhanced by Afflictions Glory: Eternal: Enhanced by Present Afflictions Glory: Eternal: Inherited by Saints Glory: Eternal: Present Afflictions not Worthy to be Compared With Glory: Eternal: Procured by the Death of Christ Glory: Eternal: Saints Afore Prepared To Glory: Eternal: Saints Called To Glory: Eternal: Saints Prepared Unto Glory: Eternal: Saints Shall Be, of Their Ministers Glory: Eternal: The Bodies of Saints Shall be Raised In Glory: Saints Shall Be, of Their Ministers Glory: Spiritual is Given by Christ Glory: Spiritual is Given by God Glory: Spiritual is the Work of the Holy Spirit Glory: Temporal is Given by God Glory: Temporal of Hypocrites Turned to Shame Glory: Temporal of the Wicked is in Their Shame Glory: Temporal: Ends in Destruction Glory: Temporal: Seek Not, from Man Glory: Temporal: The Devil Tries to Seduce By Glory: The Bodies of Saints Shall be Raised In Glory: The Gospel Ordained to Be, to Saints Glory: The Joy of Saints is Full of Select Readings: The Glory of God The Glory of God: Enlightens the Church The Glory of God: Exhibited in Christ The Glory of God: Exhibited in His Holiness The Glory of God: Exhibited in His Majesty The Glory of God: Exhibited in His Name The Glory of God: Exhibited in His Power The Glory of God: Exhibited in His Works The Glory of God: Exhibited to His Church The Glory of God: Exhibited to Moses The Glory of God: Exhibited to Stephen The Glory of God: God is Jealous The Glory of God: Highly Exalted The Glory of God: Plead in Prayer The Glory of God: Saints Desire to Behold The Glory of God: The Earth is Full of The Glory of God: The Knowledge of, Shall Fill the Earth Related Terms |
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