Definition: regarded with deep respect, love, awe, or affection; to venerate, honor; or hold in esteem; admired
Derivation: Latin, “to fear”
Quotes:
• The wicked leader is he who the people despise. The good leader is he who the people revere. The great leader is he who the people say, ‘We did it ourselves.’ — Lao-tse (6th Century bc) Chinese mystic philosopher
• Whatever it is that can help to bring God close is something to be revered. — Susan Joyce Vreeland (1946-2017) American author