# splendor #

## Definition: ##

The term "splendor" refers to extreme beauty and elegance that is often associated with wealth and a magnificent appearance.

* Often splendor is used to describe the wealth that a king has, or how he looks in his expensive, beautiful finery.
* The word "splendor" can also be used to describe the beauty of trees, mountains, and other things that God has created.
* Certain cities are said to have splendor, referring to their natural resources, elaborate buildings and roads, and the wealth of the people, including rich clothing, gold and silver.
* Depending on the context, this word could be translated as, "magnificent beauty" or "amazing majesty" or "kingly greatness."

(See also: [glory](../kt/glory.md) **·** [king](../other/king.md) **·** [majesty](../kt/majesty.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Chronicles 16:25-27](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1ch/16/25)
* [Exodus 28:1-3](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/exo/28/01)
* [Ezekiel 28:6-7](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/ezk/28/06)
* [Luke 04:5-7](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/luk/04/05)
* [Psalms 089:44-45](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/psa/089/044)
* [Revelation 21:26-27](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/rev/21/26)