What does the Bible say about meekness?
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The Bible teaches that meekness is humble, Christlike strength that submits to God, serves others gently, and trusts the Lord to defend and exalt His people. Jesus calls the meek blessed and promises they will inherit the earth (Matthew 5:5), while Psalm 37:11 grounds this hope in God’s righteous rule. Christ Himself is gentle and lowly in heart, inviting weary sinners to learn from Him (Matthew 11:29). Meekness receives God’s guidance (Psalm 25:9), shows wisdom in good works (James 3:13), and speaks of the faith with gentleness and respect (1 Peter 3:15). It is a fruit of renewed character, not natural weakness, displayed in patience, peace, and humble concern for others (Titus 3:2; Colossians 3:12).
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- Matthew 5:5 5 votes
Blessed are the gentle, for they shall inherit the earth.
- Titus 3:2 4 votes
to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, to be gentle, showing all humility toward all men.
- Psalms 37:11 3 votes
But the humble shall inherit the land, and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
- James 3:13 3 votes
Who is wise and understanding among you? Let him show by his good conduct that his deeds are done in gentleness of wisdom.
- Matthew 11:29 3 votes
Take my yoke upon you and learn from me, for I am gentle and humble in heart; and you will find rest for your souls.
- Psalms 25:9 3 votes
He will guide the humble in justice. He will teach the humble his way.
- 1 Peter 3:15 2 votes
But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts. Always be ready to give an answer to everyone who asks you a reason concerning the hope that is in you, with humility and fear,
- Numbers 12:3 2 votes
Now the man Moses was very humble, more than all the men who were on the surface of the earth.
- Colossians 3:12 2 votes
Put on therefore, as God’s chosen ones, holy and beloved, a heart of compassion, kindness, lowliness, humility, and perseverance;
- 1 Peter 3:4 2 votes
but from the hidden person of the heart, in the incorruptible adornment of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in God’s sight.
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