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It is a form of vanity that seeks recognition and admiration from others, often without regard to the glory of God. In the biblical context, vain-glory is considered a sin as it elevates the self above God and others, leading to a distortion of true humility and service.<br><br><b>Biblical References:</b><br><br>1. <b><a href="/philippians/2-3.htm">Philippians 2:3</a> :</b> "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves." This verse warns against actions motivated by vain-glory, urging believers to adopt humility and prioritize the needs of others over personal recognition.<br><br>2. <b><a href="/galatians/5-26.htm">Galatians 5:26</a> :</b> "Let us not become conceited, provoking and envying one another." Here, the Apostle Paul cautions against conceit, which is closely related to vain-glory, as it leads to discord and jealousy within the community of believers.<br><br>3. <b><a href="/matthew/6.htm">Matthew 6:1</a> :</b> "Be careful not to perform your righteous acts before men to be seen by them. If you do, you will have no reward from your Father in heaven." Jesus teaches that seeking human approval for righteous deeds is a form of vain-glory that forfeits divine reward.<br><br>4. <b><a href="/proverbs/25-27.htm">Proverbs 25:27</a> :</b> "It is not good to eat too much honey or to search out one's own glory." This proverb highlights the dangers of self-glorification, comparing it to the overindulgence of honey, which can lead to negative consequences.<br><br><b>Theological Insights:</b><br><br>Vain-glory is often linked to the sin of pride, which is considered one of the seven deadly sins in Christian theology. It is a manifestation of the desire to be exalted above others and to receive praise that rightfully belongs to God. The pursuit of vain-glory can lead to a range of sinful behaviors, including deceit, manipulation, and rivalry.<br><br>The Bible consistently calls believers to humility and selflessness, emphasizing that true glory belongs to God alone. In contrast to vain-glory, the Christian life is marked by a focus on serving others and glorifying God in all things. The teachings of Jesus and the apostles encourage believers to seek the approval of God rather than the fleeting admiration of people.<br><br><b>Practical Application:</b><br><br>To combat vain-glory, Christians are encouraged to cultivate humility and a servant's heart. This involves recognizing one's dependence on God and the gifts He provides, as well as valuing the contributions of others. Spiritual disciplines such as prayer, fasting, and service can help believers align their motives with God's will and resist the temptation to seek personal glory.<br><br>By focusing on the example of Christ, who "made Himself nothing, taking the form of a servant" (<a href="/philippians/2-7.htm">Philippians 2:7</a>), believers can learn to live in a way that honors God and reflects His love to the world.<a name="grk" id="grk"></a><div class="vheading2">Greek</div><a href="/greek/2754.htm"><span class="l">2754. kenodoxia -- <b>vainglory</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> <b>vainglory</b>, vanity, conceit. From kenodoxos; empty glorying, ie Self-conceit --<br> <b>vain</b>-<b>glory</b>. see GREEK kenodoxos. (kenodoxian) -- 1 Occurrence. 2753, 2754. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2754.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/2755.htm"><span class="l">2755. kenodoxos -- vainglorious</span></a> <br><b>...</b> conceited, boastful. From kenos and doxa; vainly glorifying, ie Self-conceited --<br> desirous of <b>vain</b>-<b>glory</b>. see GREEK kenos. see GREEK doxa. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/2755.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_vainglory_is_a_mortal.htm"><span class="l">Whether <b>Vainglory</b> is a Mortal Sin?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF <b>VAINGLORY</b> (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether <b>vainglory</b> is a mortal sin? Objection 1: It<br> seems that <b>vainglory</b> is a mortal sin. <b>...</b> Therefore <b>vainglory</b> is not a mortal sin. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether vainglory is a mortal.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_vainglory_is_opposed_to.htm"><span class="l">Whether <b>Vainglory</b> is Opposed to Magnanimity?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF <b>VAINGLORY</b> (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether <b>vainglory</b> is opposed to magnanimity? Objection<br> 1: It seems that <b>vainglory</b> is not opposed to magnanimity. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether vainglory is opposed to.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_vainglory_is_a_capital.htm"><span class="l">Whether <b>Vainglory</b> is a Capital vice?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF <b>VAINGLORY</b> (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether <b>vainglory</b> is a capital vice? Objection<br> 1: It seems that <b>vainglory</b> is not a capital vice. For <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether vainglory is a capital.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_discord_is_a_daughter.htm"><span class="l">Whether Discord is a Daughter of <b>Vainglory</b>?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF DISCORD, WHICH IS CONTRARY TO PEACE (TWO ARTICLES) Whether discord is a daughter<br> of <b>vainglory</b>? <b>...</b> For anger is a vice distinct from <b>vainglory</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether discord is a daughter.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_contention_is_a_daughter.htm"><span class="l">Whether Contention is a Daughter of <b>Vainglory</b>?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF CONTENTION (TWO ARTICLES) Whether contention is a daughter of <b>vainglory</b>? Objection<br> 1: It would seem that contention is not a daughter of <b>vainglory</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether contention is a daughter.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_the_daughters_of_vainglory.htm"><span class="l">Whether the Daughters of <b>Vainglory</b> are Suitably Reckoned to be <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF <b>VAINGLORY</b> (FIVE ARTICLES) Whether the daughters of <b>vainglory</b> are suitably reckoned<br> to be disobedience, boastfulness, hypocrisy, contention, obstinacy <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether the daughters of vainglory.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/of_vainglory_five_articles_.htm"><span class="l">Of <b>Vainglory</b> (Five Articles)</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF <b>VAINGLORY</b> (FIVE ARTICLES). We must now consider <b>vainglory</b>: under which head there<br> are five points of inquiry: (1) Whether desire of glory is a sin? <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/of vainglory five articles .htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_presumption_arises_from_vainglory.htm"><span class="l">Whether Presumption Arises from <b>Vainglory</b>?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> OF PRESUMPTION (FOUR ARTICLES) Whether presumption arises from <b>vainglory</b>? Objection<br> 1: It would seem that presumption does not arise from <b>vainglory</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether presumption arises from vainglory.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/nature_and_grace/article_four_whether_presumption_is.htm"><span class="l">Whether Presumption is Caused by <b>Vainglory</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> Article Four Whether Presumption is Caused by <b>Vainglory</b>. Whether Presumption is<br> Caused by <b>Vainglory</b> <b>...</b> 1. It seems that presumption is not caused by <b>vainglory</b>. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/nature and grace/article four whether presumption is.htm</font><p><a href="/library/cassian/the_works_of_john_cassian_/chapter_xii_how_vainglory_may.htm"><span class="l">How <b>Vainglory</b> May be Useful to Us.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> II. Second Conference of Abbot Moses. Chapter XII. How <b>vainglory</b> may be useful to<br> us. But in one matter <b>vainglory</b> is found to be a useful thing for beginners. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../cassian/the works of john cassian /chapter xii how vainglory may.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/v/vainglory.htm"><span class="l"><b>Vainglory</b> (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Kenodoxia is translated "<b>vainglory</b>" (The Wisdom of Solomon 14:14, "For by the <b>vain</b><br><b>glory</b> of men they (idols) entered into the world," the Revised Version <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vainglory.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/vain-glory.htm"><span class="l"><b>Vain</b>-<b>glory</b> (3 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>Vain</b>-<b>glory</b>. <b>Vainglory</b>, <b>Vain</b>-<b>glory</b>. Vainly . Multi-Version Concordance<br><b>Vain</b>-<b>glory</b> (3 Occurrences). <b>...</b> (DBY). <b>Vainglory</b>, <b>Vain</b>-<b>glory</b>. Vainly . Reference <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vain-glory.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/vain.htm"><span class="l">Vain (141 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Galatians 5:26 Let us not be desirous of <b>vain</b><b>glory</b>, provoking one another, envying<br> one <b>...</b> Philippians 2:3 Let nothing be done through strife or <b>vainglory</b>; but in <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vain.htm - 36k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/vanity.htm"><span class="l">Vanity (100 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> See Morality, n., 5. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. VANITY, VANITIES. "Vanity"<br> does not often occur in the New Testament; but see VAIN, <b>VAINGLORY</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vanity.htm - 39k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/vainglorious.htm"><span class="l">Vainglorious (1 Occurrence)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Noah Webster's Dictionary (a.) Feeling or indicating <b>vainglory</b>; elated by vanity;<br> boastful. Multi-Version Concordance Vainglorious (1 Occurrence). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vainglorious.htm - 6k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/vain-glorious.htm"><span class="l">Vain-glorious (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br>Vain-glorious. Vainglorious, Vain-glorious. <b>Vainglory</b> . Multi-Version Concordance <b>...</b><br> (DBY). Vainglorious, Vain-glorious. <b>Vainglory</b> . Reference Bible. <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vain-glorious.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/vanities.htm"><span class="l">Vanities (14 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> (n.) Plural of Vanity. Int. Standard Bible Encyclopedia. VANITY, VANITIES. "Vanity"<br> does not often occur in the New Testament; but see VAIN, <b>VAINGLORY</b>. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vanities.htm - 12k</font><p><a href="/topical/v/vainly.htm"><span class="l">Vainly (4 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/v/vainly.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/l/lowliness.htm"><span class="l">Lowliness (9 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Philippians 2:3 Let nothing be done through strife or <b>vainglory</b>; but in lowliness<br> of mind let each esteem other better than themselves. (KJV ASV DBY WBS). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/l/lowliness.htm - 8k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Lords-name-vain.html">What does it mean to take the Lord's name in vain? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/selfish-ambition-vain-conceit.html">What does it mean to do nothing out of selfish ambition or vain conceit (Philippians 2:3)? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/why-did-God-create-the-world.html">Why did God create the world / earth? | GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> • <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> • <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> • <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> • <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Vain-glory (3 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/galatians/5-26.htm">Galatians 5:26</a></span><br />Let us not be desirous of <span class="boldtext">vain-glory</span>, provoking one another, envying one another.<br /><span class="source">(WBS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/philippians/2-3.htm">Philippians 2:3</a></span><br />nothing in rivalry or <span class="boldtext">vain-glory</span>, but in humility of mind one another counting more excellent than yourselves --<br /><span class="source">(YLT)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_samuel/2-3.htm">1 Samuel 2:3</a></span><br />Do not multiply your words of pride, let not <span class="boldtext">vain-glory</span> come out of your mouth; 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