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The concept of Divine honour in Christianity

In Christianity, Divine honour encompasses the respect and reverence traditionally reserved for God, which includes sacrifices known as 'Latreia'. This concept indicates that such honour should not be rendered to anyone other than God, emphasizing the dangers of misplaced worship, such as that toward demons or extraordinary individuals deemed god-like. It reflects historical contexts, like the sacrifices made by early Christians who refused to honour Roman emperors, aligning their actions with a commitment to true Divine honour as due solely to God.

Synonyms: Holy reverence

In Finnish: Jumalallinen kunnia; In Malay: Penghormatan ilahi; In German: G枚ttliche Ehre; In Dutch: Goddelijke eer; In Spanish: Honor divino; In Swedish: Gudomlig 盲ra; In French: Honneur divin

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Christian concept of 'Divine honour'

Christianity Books

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) This phrase refers to the recognition and celebration of Epiphanes, who received such honors at Sama, including the establishment of a temple and festivals in his name.[1] (2) This refers to the act of bestowing respect and admiration, as if they were gods, on individuals who live in a corrupt and objectionable manner, especially those who are wealthy.[2] (3) Divine honour refers to the state of being associated with someone in the alliance of divine honor, sharing in all the insignia of virtue and praise, and being united in faith.[3] (4) Divine honor is something that a wise man would not believe in if someone had lived in the greatest prosperity, but the text indicates that it is something Christ was worthy of.[4] (5) Divine honours refers to a level of respect or recognition typically given to gods, and it is mentioned in the context of Aesculapius' actions, specifically his healing of Hippolytus.[5]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.

Significance in Global Christian community:
Catholic Church Books

From: The city of God

(1) This refers to the worship and sacrifices that are made to gods, which is considered blasphemy if given to anyone other than God.[6] (2) Divine honours are what the demons crave, and they try to exact them from those over whom they have influence, because of their pride.[7] (3) Romulus, when dead, had these conferred on him by the Romans, as is everywhere notorious, placed him among the gods.[8] (4) Divine honors are referenced in the context of the demons' power and their ability to fulfill desires of those who render services to them.[9] (5) The divine honour is rendered by sacrifice, which is called 'Latreia', and the good angels wish God alone to receive it.[10]

From: The Little Flowers of St. Francis

(1) Divine honour is mentioned by St. Michael when speaking to Friar Peter, as the most faithful zealot of Divine honour, and protector of souls.[11]

The Catholic Church is a global Christian community with over a billion members, rooted in the teachings of Jesus Christ. It is led by the Pope and emphasizes the sacraments, particularly the Eucharist. Catholicism is a denomination centered on the teachings thereof. It has a rich theological and cultural heritage.

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) These were the honors that were paid to Roman emperors in later times, and Christians were martyred for refusing to render them, which is similar to the situation with Haman.[12]

Plural form: Divine honours.