δόξης
dóxa
The primary lexical meaning of δόξα is 'esteem, reputation, renown, splendor.' In classical Greek, it refers to an opinion or judgment held about someone, especially a favorable one; thus, it can denote reputation or standing among others. In Hellenistic and Koine Greek, particularly within the Septuagint and New Testament, it commonly expresses the visible majesty, honor, or radiance associated with a person or deity—often implying magnificence or resplendent brilliance (whether visible or metaphorical). In religious contexts, δόξα is frequently used for the manifestation of divine presence or the honor due to the divine, but also applies to human honor, dignity, or admiration. Its semantic range includes: reputation, renown, majesty, honor, brilliance, splendor, glory, and praise.
Matthew 19:28 · Word #25
Lexicon G1391
| Lemma | δόξα |
| Transliteration | dóxa |
| Strong's | G1391 |
| Definition | The primary lexical meaning of δόξα is 'esteem, reputation, renown, splendor.' In classical Greek, it refers to an opinion or judgment held about someone, especially a favorable one; thus, it can denote reputation or standing among others. In Hellenistic and Koine Greek, particularly within the Septuagint and New Testament, it commonly expresses the visible majesty, honor, or radiance associated with a person or deity—often implying magnificence or resplendent brilliance (whether visible or metaphorical). In religious contexts, δόξα is frequently used for the manifestation of divine presence or the honor due to the divine, but also applies to human honor, dignity, or admiration. Its semantic range includes: reputation, renown, majesty, honor, brilliance, splendor, glory, and praise. |
Morphology N GEN F SG
All morphology codes
| Part of Speech | N — Noun — A person, place, thing, or idea |
| Case | GEN — Genitive — Possession, source, or separation |
| Gender | F — Feminine — Grammatical feminine |
| Number | SG — Singular — One |
Lexical Info
| Lemma | δόξα |
| Strong's | G1391 |
SIBI-P1 Translation G1391-05
of splendor
| Morphological Notes | Noun, feminine, singular, genitive (Gr,N,,,,,GFS): denotes possession, source, description, or relationship. |
| Rendering Rationale | The genitive singular form denotes possession or source, rendered concisely as "of splendor." "Splendor" reflects the developed sense of δόξα as radiant honor or manifested renown, while remaining rooted in its core idea of esteemed reputation. |
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