Respect
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Summary
Respect in Scripture involves honoring others appropriately—God supremely, then those in positions of authority, age, or relationship, recognizing their dignity and worth.
☩Respect for God
God is to be feared and respected above all, His name hallowed and His commands obeyed. This reverent respect acknowledges His supreme authority and holiness. It is the beginning of wisdom and leads to life and blessing.
Key verses:Proverbs 1:7Ecclesiastes 12:13Malachi 1:6
☩Respect for Others
Scripture commands honor and respect in various relationships: children toward parents, subjects toward rulers, the young toward the elderly, believers toward church leaders. 'Honour all men. Love the brotherhood. Fear God. Honour the king.' Such respect maintains the order God has established in society.
Key verses:1 Peter 2:17Leviticus 19:32Romans 13:71 Timothy 5:1
Related Verses43 mentions
References
- 1.John McClintock and James Strong, "Respect," in Cyclopedia of Biblical, Theological and Ecclesiastical Literature, vol. VIII (Harper & Brothers, 1867–1887).
- 2.James Orr (ed.), "Respect," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. IV (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).