Dictionary of Bible Themes Dictionary of Bible Themes » 5000 Humanity » 5200 Human civilisation » 5280 crown An encircling ornament for the head, worn by monarchs as symbol of royal authority. Also a wreath, worn on joyful occasions or presented to the winner of a race. Used figuratively, the word indicates honour and blessing, the reward awaiting believers in heaven. A crown as an ornament worn by monarchs By kings 2 Kings 11:12 pp 2 Chronicles 23:11 Crowns worn by the kings of Israel and Judah signified their consecration to God. See also 2 Samuel 1:10; Psalm 89:39; Psalm 132:18; Proverbs 27:24; Zechariah 9:16 By queens A crown as a symbol of royal authority 2 Samuel 12:30 pp 1 Chronicles 20:2 See also Psalm 21:3; Isaiah 23:8; Jeremiah 13:18; Ezekiel 21:26; Zechariah 6:11,14; Revelation 12:3; Revelation 13:1; Revelation 19:12 A crown as a symbol of honour Esther 8:15; Job 19:9; Job 31:36; Ezekiel 23:42 A crown as a wreath Worn on joyful occasions, such as a wedding Songs 3:11 See also Proverbs 4:9; Isaiah 61:3; Ezekiel 16:12; Ezekiel 23:42 A wreath of laurel leaves, worn by the winner of a race 1 Corinthians 9:25 See also 2 Timothy 2:5 The mock crown (wreath) of thorns put on Jesus Christ's head Matthew 27:29 pp Mark 15:17 See also John 19:2,5 Crown is used figuratively to indicate honour and blessing Isaiah 62:3 See also Proverbs 4:9; Proverbs 12:4; Proverbs 14:24; Proverbs 16:31; Proverbs 17:6; Isaiah 28:5; Isaiah 61:3; Lamentations 5:16; Revelation 6:2; Revelation 9:7; Revelation 12:1; Revelation 14:14 Paul's joy and crown 1 Thessalonians 2:19 See also Philippians 4:1 Crown represents the honour and blessing that await believers in heaven 1 Corinthians 9:25 See also 2 Timothy 4:8; James 1:12; 1 Peter 5:4; Revelation 2:10; Revelation 3:11; Revelation 4:4,10 See also
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