Original Word: ἔνδοξος
Part of Speech: Adjective
Transliteration: endoxos
Pronunciation: en'-dox-os
Phonetic Spelling: (en'-dox-os)
Definition: Glorious, honorable, splendid, noble
Meaning: highly esteemed, splendid, glorious.

glorious, gorgeous, honorable.

From en and doxa; in glory, i.e. Splendid, (figuratively) noble -- glorious, gorgeous(-ly), honourable.

see GREEK en

see GREEK doxa

1741 éndoksos(from the prefix, 1722 /en, "engaged in," which intensifies 1391 /dóksa ("glory, inherent worth") – properly, "in glory," expressing the dignity (exalted status) of something and viewed "in a state of high honor and repute" (A-S).

Word Origin
from en and doxa
Definition
held in honor, glorious
NASB Translation
in all...glory (1), distinguished (1), glorious things (1), splendidly (1).

STRONGS NT 1741: ἔνδοξος

ἔνδοξος, ἔνδοξον (δόξα), held in good or in great esteem, of high repute;

a. illustrious, honorable, esteemed (Xenophon, Plato, and following): 1 Corinthians 4:10 (thus in the Sept. for נִכְבָּד, 1 Samuel 9:6; 1 Samuel 22:14; Isaiah 23:8, etc.; Sir. 11:6 Sir. 44:1, etc.).

b. notable, glorious: τά ἔνδοξα, wonderful deeds (A. V. glorious things), Luke 13:17; (for נִפְלָאות, Exodus 34:10).

c. splendid: of clothing (A. V. gorgeous), Luke 7:25; figuratively equivalent to free from sin, Ephesians 5:27.

Word Origin: Derived from ἐν (en, "in") and δόξα (doxa, "glory" or "honor").

Corresponding Greek / Hebrew Entries: The concept of glory and honor in the Hebrew Bible is often expressed with the word כָּבוֹד (kabod, Strong's Hebrew 3519), which similarly denotes weightiness, honor, and splendor. Another related term is תִּפְאֶרֶת (tiph'ereth, Strong's Hebrew 8597), meaning beauty or glory. These Hebrew terms parallel the Greek ἔνδοξος in conveying the idea of esteemed and glorious attributes.

Usage: The word ἔνδοξος is used in the New Testament to describe something or someone that is glorious or held in high regard. It is often used in contexts that emphasize the splendor or honor associated with a person, object, or event.

Context: The Greek term ἔνδοξος appears in several New Testament passages, each highlighting the concept of glory and honor. In Luke 7:25, Jesus uses the term to describe the splendid clothing of those who live in luxury: "But what did you go out to see? A man dressed in fine clothes? Look, those who wear splendid (ἔνδοξος) clothing and live in luxury are found in palaces." Here, ἔνδοξος underscores the external magnificence associated with wealth and status.

In 1 Corinthians 4:10, Paul contrasts the apostles' perceived foolishness with the Corinthians' wisdom, using ἔνδοξος to describe the latter's esteemed position: "We are fools for Christ’s sake, but you are wise in Christ. We are weak, but you are strong. You are honored (ἔνδοξος), but we are dishonored." This usage highlights the irony in the Corinthians' self-perception versus the apostles' humble service.

The term also appears in Ephesians 5:27, where Paul speaks of the Church as a glorious entity: "and to present her to Himself as a glorious (ἔνδοξος) church, without stain or wrinkle or any such blemish, but holy and blameless." Here, ἔνδοξος conveys the ultimate honor and purity of the Church as the bride of Christ.

In each instance, ἔνδοξος emphasizes the inherent value and esteem attributed to the subject, whether it be clothing, individuals, or the Church. The term reflects a deep-seated recognition of worthiness and splendor, often in a spiritual or moral context.

ένδοξα ένδοξά ενδοξοι ένδοξοι ἔνδοξοι ενδοξοις ενδόξοις ἐνδόξοις ενδοξον ενδόξον ένδοξον ἔνδοξον ένδοξος ενδοξότατος ενδόξους ενδοξω ενδόξω ἐνδόξῳ ενδόξων ενδόξως ενδόσθια ενδοσθίοις ενδοσθίων endoxo endoxō endoxoi endóxoi endóxōi éndoxoi endoxois endóxois endoxon éndoxonInterlinear Greek • Interlinear Hebrew • Strong's Numbers • Englishman's Greek Concordance • Englishman's Hebrew Concordance • Parallel Texts