vulgar (adj.)
late 14c., “common, ordinary,” from Latin vulgaris, volgaris “of or pertaining to the common people, common, vulgar, low, mean,” from vulgus, volgus “the common people, multitude, crowd, throng,” for which de Vaan offers no further etymology.
The meaning “coarse, low, ill-bred” is recorded by 1640s, probably from earlier use (with reference to people) in the meaning “belonging to the ordinary class”
Vulgar Latin was the everyday speech of the Roman people, as opposed to literary Latin; modern Romanic languages are largely descended from Vulgar Latin.| Etymology Online Dictionary: vulgar
Synonyms: coarse, boorish, common, tasteless, profane, scatological – more
Antonyms: polite, gentle, sophisticated, tasteful, inoffensive, pleasant – more
“History teaches us that man learns nothing from history.” — Georg Wilhelm Friedrich Hegel
Someone willing to overcome existentialism would want to know something about the history of mankind and historical social mores. Starting with this question: Do you know the meaning of common?
The Meaning of Church
Church: 1577. ἐκκλησία ekklesia ek-klay-see’-ah from a compound of 1537 and a derivative of 2564; a calling out, i.e. (concretely) a popular meeting, especially a religious congregation (Jewish synagogue, or Christian community of members on earth or saints in heaven or both):–assembly, church.
“But you are a chosen race, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people for God’s own possession, so that you may declare the goodness of Him who has called you out of darkness into His marvelous light.” — 1 Peter 2:9 MEV
In the Biblical context, a church is not a place, a building. The church is the collective body of all people called out of a vulgar world to be lanterns of hope, and light, to the rest of the world.
The Qualities of Royalty
Christian royalty manifests and demonstrates love, joy, peace, patience, gentleness, goodness, faith, meekness, and self-control (self-rule).
The Duties of Royalty
Christians have an obligation to read and study the Bible, learn our history, fulfill our purpose, rise above vulgarity, and set ourselves apart for God’s service. As royalty, we are obligated to care for others, to teach God’s principles, his laws, his commandments to new believers in Jesus Christ. [Matthew 28:19-20]
We choose to turn from our former corrupt ways of life. [Ephesians 4:22]
As royalty, we are obligated to assume leadership roles at all levels of our society. God rules in the kingdom of men, and He appoints over it whomever He wills. [Daniel 5:21]
We believers in Jesus Christ are royalty, not to be served but to serve others. [Mark 10:42-45]
John White
Rockwall, Texas
John N. White 