ἔπαινος

No, a man is a Jew because he is one inwardly, and circumcision is a matter of the heart, by the Spirit, not by the written code. Such a man’s praise does not come from men, but from God.

For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval.

Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of men’s hearts. At that time each will receive his praise from God.

Along with Titus we are sending the brother who is praised by all the churches for his work in the gospel.

…to the praise of His glorious grace, which He has freely given us in the Beloved One.

…in order that we, who were the first to hope in Christ, would be for the praise of His glory.

…who is the pledge of our inheritance until the redemption of those who are God’s possession, to the praise of His glory.

…filled with the fruit of righteousness that comes through Jesus Christ, to the glory and praise of God.

Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think on these things.

…so that the proven character of your faith—more precious than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory, and honor at the revelation of Jesus Christ.

…or to governors as those sent by him to punish those who do wrong and to praise those who do right.