enthrone

To put on the throne in a formal installation ceremony called enthronement, equivalent to (and often combined with) coronation and/or other ceremonies of investiture.

Near-synonyms: coronate, crown

ceremonially enthrone

To help a candidate to the succession of a monarchy (as a kingmaker does), or by extension in any other major organisation.

to exalt, to praise

The novel seemed to enthrone love as the highest virtue.