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# majesty #
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## Definition: ##
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The term "majesty" refers to greatness and splendor, often in relation to the qualities of a king.
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* In the Bible, "majesty" frequently refers to the greatness of God, who is the supreme King over the universe.
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* "Your Majesty" is a way of addressing a king.
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## Translation Suggestions: ##
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* This term could be translated as "kingly greatness" or "royal splendor."
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* "Your Majesty" could be translated as something like "your Highness" or "your Excellency" or using a natural way of addressing a ruler in the target language.
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(See also: [king](../other/king.md))
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## Bible References: ##
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* [2 Peter 01:16-18](rc://en/tn/help/2pe/01/16)
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* [Daniel 04:36-37](rc://en/tn/help/dan/04/36)
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* [Isaiah 02:9-11](rc://en/tn/help/isa/02/09)
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* [Jude 01:24-25](rc://en/tn/help/jud/01/24)
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* [Micah 05:4-5](rc://en/tn/help/mic/05/04)
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## Word Data: ##
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* Strong's: H1347, H1348, H1420, H1923, H1926, H1935, H7238, G3168, G3172
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