Luxury

Opulence or grandeur of lifestyle which may be associated with wealth or status, especially royalty. Scripture warns of the dangers of unnecessary displays of luxury but encourages the right kind of splendour to reflect the glory and honour due to God.

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Examples of luxurious lifestyles The opulence of Solomon’s court 1 Ki 10:21 See also 1 Ki 4:22–24; 1 Ki 7:1 Solomon’s throne: 1 Ki 10:18–20 Luxury enjoyed by other kings Lk 7:25 See also 1 Sa 8:11–17; 2 Sa 7:2; 2 Ch 32:27–29; Es 1:4–7; Da 4:30 Luxury enjoyed by the wealthy Lk 16:19 See also Is 3:18–23;…