PRAISE AND THE DOXOLOGY
Praise is derived from the Latin word “preisier” which means to prize — praise is an expression of approval, a worship, and a valuation of that which has worth or merit. To praise is to prize; it is to glorify that thing or that one worthy of glory and honor. To the degree that something or someone is worthy of glory and honor — to that degree praise is due. God is of infinite value and glory; he is due our infinite honor, our infinite praise. The Greeks used the term “doxa” to denote this response that is due God. “Doxa” is the root of doxology – – a song or expression of praise and worship. Doxology actually comes from two Greek words: “doxa,” meaning praise and “logos,” meaning logical message. How appropriate! This means that “doxology” literally defined is the logical expression of the emotion of praise. Head and heart are merged in worship through the doxology. The classical…
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