The term "dishonoureth" is an archaic form of the verb "dishonor," which means to bring shame or disgrace upon someone or something. In the context of the Bible, dishonoring is often associated with actions or attitudes that fail to show the respect, reverence, or obedience due to God, parents, or other authorities. The concept of dishonor is significant in biblical teachings, as it contrasts with the honor that is due to God and others according to divine commandments.

Dishonoring God

Dishonoring God is a grave matter in Scripture, as it reflects a heart that is not aligned with His will and commandments. In Malachi 1:6, the Lord addresses the priests of Israel, saying, "A son honors his father, and a servant his master. If I am a father, where is My honor? And if I am a master, where is your fear of Me? says the LORD of Hosts to you priests who despise My name." . This passage highlights the expectation of honor towards God, akin to the honor a son owes his father.

Dishonoring Parents

The Bible places a strong emphasis on honoring one's parents, as seen in the Ten Commandments: "Honor your father and your mother, so that your days may be long in the land that the LORD your God is giving you" (Exodus 20:12). Dishonoring parents is seen as a serious offense, with Proverbs 20:20 warning, "Whoever curses his father or mother, his lamp will be extinguished in deepest darkness" . This underscores the importance of maintaining respect and reverence for parental authority.

Dishonoring Others

Dishonoring others, particularly those in positions of authority, is also addressed in Scripture. Romans 13:7 instructs believers to "Pay everyone what you owe him: taxes to whom taxes are due, revenue to whom revenue is due, respect to whom respect is due, honor to whom honor is due" . This passage emphasizes the broader principle of giving due honor to all, reflecting a life that respects God's ordained structures of authority.

Dishonoring the Body

The New Testament also speaks to the concept of dishonoring one's own body through immoral actions. In 1 Corinthians 6:18-20, Paul writes, "Flee from sexual immorality. Every other sin a man can commit is outside his body, but he who sins sexually sins against his own body. Do you not know that your body is a temple of the Holy Spirit who is in you, whom you have received from God? You are not your own; you were bought at a price. Therefore glorify God with your body" . Here, dishonoring the body is equated with failing to recognize its sanctity as a temple of the Holy Spirit.

Dishonoring the Church

The early church faced issues of dishonor among its members, particularly during communal gatherings. In 1 Corinthians 11:22, Paul rebukes the Corinthians for their behavior during the Lord's Supper: "Do you not have your own homes in which to eat and drink? Or do you despise the church of God and humiliate those who have nothing?" . This admonition highlights the need for unity and respect within the body of Christ, avoiding actions that would bring shame or division.

In summary, the concept of "dishonoureth" in the Bible encompasses a range of behaviors and attitudes that fail to show the respect and reverence due to God, parents, authorities, and the community of believers. The biblical call is to live a life that honors God and others, reflecting His character and commandments in all aspects of life.

Objections Continued. Whether is the Unoriginate one or Two? ...
... own heresy, bring it forth for the dishonour of the Son, not having read that he
who honoureth the Son honoureth the Father, and he who dishonoureth the Son ...
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From the Tenth Chapter.
... speak two or three, and let the others judge." [2288] And he says: "Every woman
that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered, dishonoureth her head ...
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Answer to the Foregoing Arguments.
... But, withal, the declaration is plain: "Every woman," saith he, "praying and
prophesying with head uncovered, [8882] dishonoureth her own head." [8883] What ...
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Letter ccvii. To the Clergy of Neoc??sarea.
... He was a true disciple of the Apostle who says, "Every man praying or prophesying,
having his head covered, dishonoureth his head." [2761] And "a man indeed ...
/.../basil/basil letters and select works/letter ccvii to the clergy.htm

Instruction for the Ignorant:
... What evil is there in sin?"A. No man with tongue can express what may by the heart
be felt of the evil of sin;[13] but this know, it dishonoureth God (Romans ...
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Dishonoureth (4 Occurrences)
... Multi-Version Concordance Dishonoureth (4 Occurrences). 1 Corinthians 11:4 Every
man praying or prophesying, having his head covered, dishonoureth his head. ...
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Dishonour (22 Occurrences)
... (DBY YLT). 1 Corinthians 11:4 Every man praying or prophesying, having his
head covered, dishonoureth his head. (Root in KJV YLT). ...
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Uncovered (78 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 11:5 But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered
dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. ...
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Dishonourest (1 Occurrence)

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Dishonouring (1 Occurrence)

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Dishonors (6 Occurrences)
... (WEB WEY RSV NIV). Deuteronomy 27:16 Cursed be he that dishonoureth his father or
his mother. And all the people shall say: Amen. (See NAS RSV NIV). ...
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Prophesieth (13 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 11:5 But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered
dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. ...
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Prayeth (28 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 11:5 But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered
dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. ...
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Shaven (7 Occurrences)
... 1 Corinthians 11:5 But every woman that prayeth or prophesieth with her head uncovered
dishonoureth her head: for that is even all one as if she were shaven. ...
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