Bible Dictionary
Star, Morning
The “morning star” is a figurative title of Jesus Christ, expressing his glory, royal authority, and hope for his faithful people. Christ promises to share his glory and kingdom with those who overcome.
Definition
The morning star is a figurative title given to Christ. The image presents Him as glorious and royal, since the star is associated with royalty and with the sceptre. It therefore expresses the hope of sharing in Christ’s glory and royal dominion.
Biblical Usage
Christ is called the morning star, and He promises to give it to His faithful ones. The supplied interpretation understands this as a promise of Christ Himself, His glory, and a share in His royal rule.
Historical Background
The star functions in the supplied material as a symbol of royalty and is linked with the sceptre. The title is connected with references in Revelation and 2 Peter.
Scripture References
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Historical Bible Dictionaries
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A name figuratively given to Christ (Rev. 22:16; comp. 2 Pet. 1:19). When Christ promises that he will give the “morning star” to his faithful ones, he “promises that he will give to them himself, that he will give to them himself, that he will impart to them his own glory and a share in his own royal dominion; for the star is evermore the symbol of royalty (Matt. 2:2), being therefore linked with the sceptre (Num. 24:17). All the glory of the world shall end in being the glory of the Church.” Trench’s Comm.