To fear man's judgment more than God's judgment is to fear man more than God.

Criss Jami
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The definition of fear is to be in awe in the face of danger, awe is also a form of respect. The fear in the face of God's judgment is respect for his power and authority. To fear man's judgment more than God's judgment is to fear man, to be afraid of man. This definition can also be applied to respect.

To honor someone is to do something you are afraid to do because they are powerful and you are afraid of their power. As long as respect is shown, then you honor them.

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