splendor

Definition

The term “splendor” refers to the extreme beauty and elegance that is often associated with wealth and a magnificent appearance.

• Often splendor is used to describe the wealth that a king has, or how he looks in his expensive, beautiful finery.
• The word “splendor” can also be used to describe the beauty of trees, mountains, and other things that God has created.
• Certain cities are said to have splendor because of o their natural resources, elaborate buildings and roads, and the wealth of their people, which includes rich clothing, gold, and silver.
• Depending on the context, this word could be translated as “magnificent beauty” or “amazing majesty” or “kingly greatness.”

(See also: glory, king, majesty)

Bible References

• 1 Chronicles 16:27
• Exodus 28:1-3
• Ezekiel 28:7
• Luke 4:7
• Psalms 89:44-45
• Revelation 21:26-27

Word Data

• Strong’s: H1925, H1926, H1927, H1935, H2091, H2122, H2892, H3314, H3519, H6643, H7613, H8597