Why do the Orthodox capitalize the first names of bishops?

Question

What is the meaning & source of the custom that Eastern Orthodox have of writing the names of their bishops with a capitalized first name, often (but not only) as a signature on documents, e.g.,

+ KALLISTOS Ware, Auxiliary Bishop of Diokleia

+ BARTHOLOMEW, Ecumenical Patriarch

Answer 1

we capitalize them as they "suppose" to be the first ones, nearest to God, the ones that show us the correct path to spirituality, especially the first of all the patriarch in Fanari. He's like the Pope for catholics to us.

Answer 2

Peace be with you. The truth shall make you free.

I come in my Father's name and you believeth me not, some one else will come in their own name and them you will believe.

This is why the authors of the New Testament did not indentify themselves, it was not their WORDS. nor was the Glory thereof.

Jesus said; a man that comes in his own name seeks to glorify himself before men.

Answer 3

It shows respect.

Answer 4

It's a sign of respect (just a guess)...