In literature, “reverence” is employed to evoke both a deep emotional respect and a formal, almost ritualistic deference in various contexts. Philosophers and writers use it to denote not only a profound admiration for ideals or sacred principles, as when it underscores intellectual honesty or sanctity ([1], [2]), but also to reflect the intricate dynamics of human relationships, where sincere filial duty or admiration towards authority intertwines with social decorum ([3], [4]). Poets and dramatists, on the other hand, often infuse the term with an element of solemnity or even bittersweet regret, as characters negotiate personal pride with the need to honor tradition and legacy ([5], [6]). Furthermore, reverence in narrative settings may simultaneously celebrate the exalted qualities of individuals and institutions while subtly critiquing the constraints such veneration imposes on free thought or critical inquiry ([7], [8]).