👑 A Crown of Glory: Triumphs and Trophies 🏅
A triumphant victory; a splendid achievement. The term appears in the King James Version of the Bible, in 1 Peter (5:4), which says that good behavior will be rewarded, when the Shepherd shall appear, with “a crown of glory that fadeth not away.”
A hymn (1820) by Thomas Kelly repeats this thought and also relates it to Jesus’ crown of thorns: “The Head that once was crowned with thorns is crowned with glory now.” On the other hand, in ancient Greek and Roman times, a victorious military hero was rewarded with a crown of laurels, so the term may allude to temporal rather than spiritual reward.
📚 Related and Similar Terms:
- Laurels to Rest On: To rely on past achievements instead of continuing to work hard.
- Shooting for the Stars: Aspiring to reach unattainable or high goals.
- In the Limelight: Being the center of public attention.
- The Cream of the Crop: The very best of a group.
📜 Proverbs & Proverbs:
- “Pride comes before the fall.” - This highlights the downfall that often follows boastful pride.
- “To the victor go the spoils.” - The winner gains all the advantages.
📖 Books:
- The Throne of Fire by Rick Riordan - Full of mystical crowns and glory.
- David and Goliath by Malcolm Gladwell - Discusses underdog triumphs.
🎬 Movies:
- Gladiator - A look at the glorious yet brutal rewards in ancient Rome.
- The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King - Crowns and triumphs abound.
🎵 Songs:
- We Are the Champions by Queen - A modern anthem of victory and glory.
- Eye of the Tiger by Survivor - For those relentless in their pursuit of triumph.
✨ Inspirational Farewell:
“As you seek your crown of glory, remember that true victory lies not just in achieving but in the relentless effort, the journey, and the gracious acceptance of each moment’s laurels—whether grand or humble.” — W. T. Wiseacre
