Five Crowns
The Five Crowns, also known as the Five Heavenly Crowns, is a concept in Christian theology that pertains to the five crowns that individuals can receive after the Last Judgment.[1] These are the Incorruptible Crown, the Crown of Righteousness, the Crown of Life, the Crown of Glory, and the Crown of Exultation.[1] In the Greek language, stephanos (στέφανος) is the word for crown and is translated as such in the Bible, especially in versions descending from the King James Version.[2] These five rewards can be earned by believers, according to the New Testament, as "rewards for faithfulness in this life".[3]
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Crown of Life
The Crown of Life is referred to in James 1:12 & Revelation 2:10; it is bestowed upon "those who persevere under trials."[4][5] Jesus references this crown when he tells the Church in Smyrna to "not be afraid of what you are about to suffer...Be faithful even to the point of death, and I will give you the crown of life."[6]
Incorruptible Crown
The Incorruptible Crown is also known as the Imperishable Crown, and is referenced in 1 Corinthians 9:25.[1] This epistle, written by Paul of Tarsus, deems this crown "imperishable" in order "to contrast it with the temporal awards Paul's contemporaries pursued".[7] It is therefore given to those individuals who demonstrate "self-denial and perseverance".[7]
Crown of Righteousness
The Crown of Righteousness is mentioned in 2 Timothy 4:8,[1] and is promised to "those who love and anticipate" the Second Coming of Christ.[8] These Christians desire intimacy with God.[9]
Crown of Glory
The Crown of Glory is discussed in 1 Peter 5:4 and is granted to Christian clergy, who "shepherd the flock in unselfish love being a good example to others"1 Peter 5:2–3 [10][11]
Crown of Exultation
The Crown of Exultation is also known as the Crown of Rejoicing.[1] Delineated in 1 Thessalonians 2:19 and Philippians 4:1, it is given to people who engage in evangelism of those outside the Christian Church.[12] In the New Testament, Paul earns this crown after winning the Thessalonians to faith in Jesus.[13]
See also
References
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