King James Version with full narration by Alexander Scourby
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Meekness
CategoryTheological Term / Character Virtue
Modern Equivalentgentleness of spirit; humble strength; controlled power.
KJV Word TypeNoun
DefinitionNot weakness, but strength held under control — a gentle and humble spirit that does not insist on its own rights or retaliate against wrongs. Christ described Himself as meek and lowly in heart. It is listed as a fruit of the Spirit and a quality of those who will inherit the earth.
Key Verses"Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth." (Matthew 5:5); "Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart." (Matthew 11:29)