The term "sublimer" is not directly found in the Bible; however, the concept of sublimity is deeply woven into the fabric of Scripture, reflecting the majesty, grandeur, and transcendence of God and His creation. The Bible frequently portrays God as the ultimate source of all that is sublime, emphasizing His infinite greatness and the awe-inspiring nature of His works.

Divine Majesty and Transcendence

The sublimity of God is a central theme in the Bible, where His majesty and transcendence are celebrated. In Isaiah 6:1-3 , the prophet Isaiah describes a vision of the Lord seated on a high and exalted throne, with the train of His robe filling the temple. The seraphim call out, "Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of Hosts; His glory fills the whole earth." This passage highlights the overwhelming grandeur and holiness of God, evoking a sense of awe and reverence.

Similarly, in Psalm 8:1 , the psalmist declares, "O LORD, our Lord, how majestic is Your name in all the earth! You have set Your glory above the heavens." The psalmist reflects on the sublimity of God's creation, which points to His supreme power and majesty.

Creation as a Reflection of the Sublime

The natural world is often depicted in Scripture as a testament to God's sublime power and creativity. In Romans 1:20 , the apostle Paul writes, "For since the creation of the world God’s invisible qualities—His eternal power and divine nature—have been clearly seen, being understood from His workmanship, so that men are without excuse." The beauty and complexity of creation serve as a reflection of God's sublime nature, inviting humanity to recognize His divine attributes.

The Book of Job also explores the theme of sublimity in creation. In Job 38-41, God speaks to Job out of the whirlwind, describing the wonders of the natural world and His sovereign control over it. These chapters emphasize the vastness and complexity of creation, underscoring the incomprehensible greatness of the Creator.

The Sublime in Redemption

The concept of sublimity is not limited to creation but extends to God's redemptive work. The incarnation of Jesus Christ, His sacrificial death, and His resurrection are profound demonstrations of divine sublimity. In Philippians 2:6-11 , the apostle Paul describes the humility and exaltation of Christ, who "being in very nature God, did not consider equality with God something to be grasped, but emptied Himself, taking the form of a servant." This passage highlights the sublime nature of Christ's redemptive work, culminating in His exaltation and the universal acknowledgment of His lordship.

The Sublime in Worship

Worship in the Bible is often a response to the recognition of God's sublimity. In Revelation 4:11 , the heavenly hosts proclaim, "Worthy are You, our Lord and God, to receive glory and honor and power, for You created all things, and by Your will they exist and came to be." The act of worship is a recognition of God's supreme worthiness and the sublimity of His nature.

The Psalms frequently express this theme, as seen in Psalm 29:2 : "Ascribe to the LORD the glory due His name; worship the LORD in the splendor of His holiness." Worship is portrayed as an acknowledgment of God's sublime holiness and majesty, inviting believers to respond with reverence and adoration.

Conclusion

While the specific term "sublimer" is not used in the Bible, the concept of sublimity permeates the Scriptures, reflecting the majesty, power, and transcendence of God. Through creation, redemption, and worship, the Bible invites believers to contemplate and respond to the sublime nature of the Almighty.

Of the Character of the Sublimer Prayer.
... II. Second Conference of Abbot Moses. Chapter XXV. Of the character of
the sublimer prayer. This prayer then though it seems to ...
/.../cassian/the works of john cassian /chapter xxv of the character.htm

Of the Evangelist John, and the Distinction Between Him and the ...
... minds. Like an eagle, he abides among Christ's sayings of the sublimer order,
and in no way descends to earth but on rare occasions. ...
/.../augustine/the harmony of the gospels/chapter x of the evangelist john.htm

A New Year's Benediction
... knew the difference between the man who was actuated by sordid motives and the fear
of punishment, and the new-born man who is moved by sublimer motives, namely ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 60 1914/a new years benediction.htm

Time Changes Nations' Dresses --And Fortunes.
... from Pelasgians to Lydians; [6] from Lydians to Romans: in order that from the
shoulders of the sublimer people it should descend to embrace Carthaginians! ...
/.../tertullian/on the pallium/chapter i time changes nations dressesand.htm

Of the Use of Speech.
... 3. But though there were this sympathy in their sublimer part which disposed them
to a most intimate union; yet there was a cloud of flesh in the way which ...
/.../allestree/the government of the tongue/section i of the use.htm

Christian Morals. Part iii.
... Even angels and spirits have enough to admire in their sublimer natures; admiration
being the act of the creature, and not of God, who doth not admire himself. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/browne/christian morals/christian morals part iii.htm

The Marvels of Holy Scripture, --Moral and Physical. --Jael's Deed ...
... that he' thinks he knows as much about the nature of these last now, as he expects
to know hereafter,"so it is to be presumed that a sublimer, and therefore ...
/.../burgon/inspiration and interpretation/sermon vii the marvels of.htm

The Believer's Challenge
... THE PROTEST OF an innocent man against the charge of an accuser may well be strong
and vehement. But here we have a more uncommon and a sublimer theme. ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 5 1859/the believers challenge.htm

The Nativity of Jesus the Messiah.
... Passing the narrow bounds of obscure Jud??a, and breaking down the walls of national
prejudice and isolation, He has made the sublimer teaching of the Old ...
/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter vi the nativity of.htm

John iii. 12, 13
... of the wind; that is, "If I have given you an example from earthly things, and ye
did not even so believe, how shall ye be able to learn sublimer things?" And ...
/.../homilies on the gospel of st john and hebrews/homily xxvii john iii 12.htm

Sublimer (1 Occurrence)
... Multi-Version Concordance Sublimer (1 Occurrence). Hebrews 8:6 But, as a
matter of fact, the ministry which Christ has obtained is ...
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Negotiator (3 Occurrences)
... of fact, the ministry which Christ has obtained is all the nobler a ministry, in
that He is at the same time the negotiator of a sublimer covenant, based upon ...
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Nobler (2 Occurrences)
... of fact, the ministry which Christ has obtained is all the nobler a ministry, in
that He is at the same time the negotiator of a sublimer covenant, based upon ...
/n/nobler.htm - 7k

Based (40 Occurrences)
... of fact, the ministry which Christ has obtained is all the nobler a ministry, in
that He is at the same time the negotiator of a sublimer covenant, based upon ...
/b/based.htm - 17k

Submission (10 Occurrences)

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Comparative
... Thus, for example, regarding ancient Egypt, Professor Renouf says: "The sublimer
portions of the Egyptian religion are not the comparatively late result of a ...
/c/comparative.htm - 29k

Fact (98 Occurrences)
... of fact, the ministry which Christ has obtained is all the nobler a ministry, in
that He is at the same time the negotiator of a sublimer covenant, based upon ...
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Subjugation (1 Occurrence)

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Matter (263 Occurrences)
... of fact, the ministry which Christ has obtained is all the nobler a ministry, in
that He is at the same time the negotiator of a sublimer covenant, based upon ...
/m/matter.htm - 39k

Religion (23 Occurrences)
... Thus, for example, regarding ancient Egypt, Professor Renouf says: "The sublimer
portions of the Egyptian religion are not the comparatively late result of a ...
/r/religion.htm - 101k

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