The term "enviable" refers to a state or condition that incites envy or admiration from others due to its desirability or excellence. In a biblical context, the concept of being enviable is often associated with blessings, favor, and the righteous life that aligns with God's will. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings that illustrate what is considered enviable in the eyes of God and man.

Biblical Examples of Enviable Conditions:

1. Righteousness and Favor:
The Bible frequently highlights the enviable nature of living a righteous life. Psalm 1:1-3 describes the blessedness of the man who delights in the law of the Lord: "Blessed is the man who does not walk in the counsel of the wicked, nor set foot on the path of sinners, nor sit in the seat of mockers. But his delight is in the law of the LORD, and on His law he meditates day and night. He is like a tree planted by streams of water, yielding its fruit in season, whose leaf does not wither, and who prospers in all he does."

2. Wisdom:
Wisdom is portrayed as an enviable trait throughout Scripture. Proverbs 3:13-18 extols the virtues of wisdom: "Blessed is the man who finds wisdom, the man who acquires understanding, for she is more profitable than silver, and her gain is better than fine gold. She is more precious than rubies; nothing you desire compares with her. Long life is in her right hand; in her left hand are riches and honor. All her ways are pleasant, and all her paths are peaceful. She is a tree of life to those who embrace her, and those who lay hold of her are blessed."

3. God’s Favor and Protection:
The favor of God is depicted as enviable, providing protection and blessing. Psalm 5:12 states, "For surely You, O LORD, bless the righteous; You surround them with the shield of Your favor." This divine favor is something that others may envy, as it signifies a special relationship with God.

4. Contentment and Godliness:
The Apostle Paul speaks of the enviable nature of contentment combined with godliness. In 1 Timothy 6:6 , he writes, "Of course, godliness with contentment is great gain." This suggests that true wealth and enviable status come not from material possessions but from a life of godliness and satisfaction in God's provision.

5. The Beatitudes:
Jesus' teachings in the Beatitudes (Matthew 5:3-12) outline the enviable states of those who are blessed: "Blessed are the poor in spirit, for theirs is the kingdom of heaven. Blessed are those who mourn, for they will be comforted... Blessed are the pure in heart, for they will see God." These conditions, though often countercultural, are presented as truly enviable in the kingdom of God.

Warnings Against Envy:

While the Bible describes certain states as enviable, it also warns against the sin of envy itself. Envy can lead to strife and discord, as seen in the account of Cain and Abel (Genesis 4:3-8) and the jealousy of Joseph's brothers (Genesis 37:11). Proverbs 14:30 cautions, "A tranquil heart is life to the body, but envy rots the bones." Believers are encouraged to rejoice with those who rejoice (Romans 12:15) and to cultivate a spirit of gratitude and contentment.

In summary, the Bible presents an enviable life as one marked by righteousness, wisdom, divine favor, contentment, and alignment with God's will. These qualities, while admired by others, are ultimately rooted in a deep relationship with God and a life lived according to His principles.(a.) Fitted to excite envy; capable of awakening an ardent desire to posses or to resemble.3108. makarismos -- a declaration of blessedness
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Definition: regarding as happy, blessed, or enviable Definition: regarding as ...
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Orthodoxy i. Introduction in Defence of Everything Else
... hero of this tale. His mistake was really a most enviable mistake; and he
knew it, if he was the man I take him for. What could be ...
/.../chesterton/orthodoxy/orthodoxy i introduction in defence.htm

The Springs of Social Life.
... But none the less enviable, and perhaps much more so, are those retreats where comfort
waits on moderate means, while contentment imparts to these an ...
/.../chapin/humanity in the city/discourse v the springs of.htm

The Eternal Revolution
... makes no remark on the subject. She does not even say that the cat is
enviable or the mouse pitiable. We think the cat superior ...
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The Raising of the Dead.
... conscience which believes itself enlightened from "the Lord, who is that spirit,"
shall enter the other life in an immeasurably more enviable relation thereto ...
/.../macdonald/miracles of our lord/viii the raising of the.htm

Coornhert and the Collegiants --A Movement for Spiritual Religion ...
... age. He possessed excellent gifts and natural abilities of mind, and he
soon had an enviable reputation for skill and learning. ...
/.../chapter vii coornhert and the.htm

To CG Masterman, MP
... England. You are the only man alive who can make the map of England crawl
with life; a most creepy and enviable accomplishment. ...
/.../chesterton/whats wrong with the world/to c f g masterman.htm

The Spread Net
... I am, perhaps, the ideal of that which you would not be. But no man will say that
my lot is not enviable.". "Are you happy?" Laodice asked in a low voice. ...
/.../miller/the city of delight/chapter xvi the spread net.htm

Chapter six
... been educated, as you have, in one of the most expensive schools in America; launched
into society as an heiress; supposed to be in a very enviable position. ...
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Peace in Believing.
... Although thou hast all that the world would call enviable and happy, unless thou
hast peace in God, and with God, all else is unworthy of the name;"a ...
/.../macduff/the faithful promiser/19th day peace in believing.htm

An American Reformer
... He possessed an irreproachable moral character and an enviable reputation, being
generally esteemed for integrity, thrift, and benevolence. ...
/.../white/the great controversy/chapter 18 an american reformer.htm

Enviable (1 Occurrence)
... (a.) Fitted to excite envy; capable of awakening an ardent desire to posses or
to resemble. Multi-Version Concordance Enviable (1 Occurrence). ...
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Envied (8 Occurrences)

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Jael (6 Occurrences)
... Jael emerges from obscurity by this single deed, and by the kindest construction
can hardly be said to have reached an enviable fame. ...
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Remains (118 Occurrences)
... (WEB NAS). 1 Corinthians 7:40 But in my judgement, her state is a more enviable
one if she remains as she is; and I also think that I have the Spirit of God. ...
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Enveloped (6 Occurrences)

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State (51 Occurrences)
... (WBS RSV). 1 Corinthians 7:40 But in my judgement, her state is a more enviable
one if she remains as she is; and I also think that I have the Spirit of God. ...
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Judgement (68 Occurrences)
... (WEY). 1 Corinthians 7:40 But in my judgement, her state is a more enviable one
if she remains as she is; and I also think that I have the Spirit of God. (WEY). ...
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Marriage (74 Occurrences)
... "The position of women in that day was far from enviable. They could be divorced
on the slightest pretext, and had no recourse at law. ...
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