2007-09-24 13:56:37 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous in Society & Culture ➔ Religion & Spirituality
Matthew 23:9 says, "And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven."
This and the surrounding verses teach hat we should not exalt other men by giving them religious titles. Verse 8 gives another reason, "you are all brethren." All followers of Christ are of equal importance. The only one that should be exalted is God!
The only time the word "reverend" is used in the Bible is in Psalm 111:9. In this verse, talking about God, it says "reverend is his name"!
Who would be so bold to lift themselves up by accepting a title for themselves that the Bible only uses to describe God?
2007-09-24 14:58:37 · answer #1 · answered by JoeBama 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
The King James version never says not to call a man reverend. It does say, however, not to call any man (other than your dad) father.
2007-09-24 14:01:32 · answer #2 · answered by Billy H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Reverend. To be in awe of. Sounds to me that is something reserved for he who is worthy of reverence. God Almighty.
Psalms 111:9 He sent redemption unto his people: he hath commanded his covenant for ever: holy and reverend is his name.
2007-09-24 14:02:41 · answer #3 · answered by heiscomingintheclouds 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It does not. However it does say to call no man father.
Matthew 23:9 And call no man your father upon the earth: for one is your Father, which is in heaven.
2007-09-24 13:59:34 · answer #4 · answered by Bible warrior 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋