Question 1

What does "Glorify" mean in the King James Bible?

Accepted Answer

In the KJV, "Glorify" means "praise highly." The making-visible. Jesus glorified the Father by making the Father's character visible through His actions. 'Glorify thy Son' was 'reveal who I truly am.' Glorification was not flattery but unveiling -- removing the covering so the real weight, magnificence, and character could be seen. To glorify God was to live so that His true nature became visible through you.

Question 2

Why did the word "Glorify" disappear from modern English?

Accepted Answer

Greek doxazo ('to reveal the true weight and character of/make the hidden nature visible/cause the real glory to shine forth') emptied into 'praise highly' or 'make look good.' The revelation dimension was replaced by flattery. The word was at peak usage around 1611 and declined by still used but emptied (~1900).

Question 3

What modern word replaced "Glorify"?

Accepted Answer

"Glorify" was replaced by: "praise" (though this human speech act; glorifying was making the hidden true nature visible and weighty); "honor" (though this social respect; glorifying was the unveiling of actual, objective magnificence); "make famous" (though this reputation management; glorifying god was making his true character visible, not promoting his brand).

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