# on high, in the highest #

## Definition: ##

The terms "on high" and "in the highest" are expressions that usually mean "in heaven."

* Another meaning for the expression "in the highest" could be "the most honored."
* This expression could also be used literally, as in the expression "in the highest tree, " which means "in the tallest tree."
* The expression "on high" could also refer to being high in the sky, such as a bird's nest that is on high. In that context it could be translated as "high in the sky" or "at the top of a tall tree."
* The word "high" could also indicate the elevated location or importance of a person or thing.
* The expression "from on high" could be translated as "from heaven."

(See also: [[../kt/heaven.md]], [[../other/honor.md]])

## Bible References: ##

* [Lamentations 01:13-14](en/tn/lam/help/01/13)
* [Psalms 069:28-29](en/tn/psa/help/69/28)