BIBLE GLOSSARY

Gentleness

WHAT IT MEANS

A humble, considerate way of treating others, without harshness or arrogance.

IN BIBLICAL CONTEXT

Jesus describes himself as gentle. Galatians presents gentleness among the fruit of the Spirit; it need not mean being passive or unable to set boundaries.

AN EVERYDAY EXAMPLE

Responding firmly but calmly to a disagreement can show gentleness.

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Gentleness — Bible glossary · LUMINVIA