The term "evil-disposed" refers to individuals or entities characterized by malicious intent, wickedness, or a propensity to cause harm. In the biblical context, this disposition is often associated with those who oppose God's will, act unjustly, or harbor ill intentions toward others. The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings regarding the nature and consequences of being evil-disposed.

Old Testament Context

In the Old Testament, the concept of being evil-disposed is frequently linked to the wickedness of the heart and actions that contravene God's commandments. Genesis 6:5 states, "Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was altogether evil all the time." This passage highlights the inherent evil disposition of humanity before the flood, prompting God's judgment.

The Psalms often contrast the righteous with the evil-disposed. Psalm 37:12 notes, "The wicked scheme against the righteous and gnash their teeth at them." Here, the evil-disposed are depicted as those who plot against the just, driven by envy and malice.

New Testament Context

In the New Testament, the evil-disposed are frequently associated with those who reject Christ and His teachings. Jesus Himself warns against such individuals. In Matthew 7:15 , He cautions, "Beware of false prophets. They come to you in sheep’s clothing, but inwardly they are ravenous wolves." This metaphor illustrates the deceptive nature of those who are evil-disposed, appearing harmless while harboring destructive intentions.

The Apostle Paul also addresses the issue of evil dispositions in his epistles. In Romans 1:29-31 , he describes those who have turned away from God: "They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice." This passage underscores the comprehensive nature of evil dispositions, manifesting in various sinful behaviors.

Moral and Spiritual Implications

The Bible consistently teaches that an evil disposition is antithetical to the character of God and the life He desires for His people. Proverbs 6:16-19 lists things the Lord hates, including "a heart that devises wicked schemes." Such a heart is evil-disposed, actively plotting harm and injustice.

Believers are called to guard against evil dispositions by cultivating hearts aligned with God's righteousness. Ephesians 4:31-32 exhorts, "Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. Be kind and tenderhearted to one another, forgiving each other just as in Christ God forgave you." This passage encourages a transformation from evil dispositions to a life marked by kindness and forgiveness.

Conclusion

While the Bible acknowledges the reality of evil dispositions, it also offers hope for transformation through repentance and faith in Jesus Christ. By embracing the teachings of Scripture and the work of the Holy Spirit, individuals can overcome evil inclinations and live in accordance with God's will.

Significance of Compulsory Service.
... they tell us, "is indispensably needed, in the first place, because without it we
should not be protected against the attacks of evil-disposed persons; and ...
/.../the kingdom of god is within you/chapter vii significance of compulsory.htm

Concerning Theurgy, which Promises a Delusive Purification of the ...
... with good gods, certainly a well-disposed man, who sought to purify his own soul,
would have had more influence with them than an evil-disposed man seeking to ...
/.../augustine/city of god/chapter 10 concerning theurgy which promises.htm

Letter xxviii (Circa AD 1130) to the Abbots Assembled at Soissons
... But leave them alone; they be blind leaders of the blind. Take thought for the
salvation of the little ones, not of the murmurs of the evil-disposed. ...
/.../letter xxviii circa a d 1130.htm

The Second Commandment: Gross Sin Forbidden.
... [2399] 6. Thou shalt not be covetous, nor rapacious, nor a hypocrite, nor evil disposed,
nor haughty. Thou shalt not take evil counsel against thy neighbour. ...
/.../the teaching of the twelve apostles/chapter ii name second commandment .htm

Ep. Clxxxiv. Bosporius, Bishop of Colonia in Cappadocia Secunda ...
... added to the common body of the church; but yet the present evil times called for
more accurate proof on account of the slanderers and evil-disposed; and this ...
/.../select letters of saint gregory nazianzen/ep clxxxiv bosporius bishop of.htm

To the Rev. A. Brandram
... Before leaving I gave orders that the advertisements should be renewed every week,
as evil-disposed, persons probably of the Carlist or Papist party, had ...
/.../borrow/letters of george borrow/to the rev a brandram 26.htm

He Describes the Praiseworthy Habits of his Mother; Her Kindness ...
... Her mother-in-law, also, being at first prejudiced against her by the whisperings
of evil-disposed servants, she so conquered by submission, persevering in it ...
/.../the confessions and letters of st/chapter ix he describes the praiseworthy.htm

Similitudes and Examples a Most Important Part of Right ...
... By which examples He very manifestly checked those who had been evil-disposed, and
hindered those who were daring like deeds; and others He brought to a ...
/.../clement/the instructor paedagogus/chapter viii similitudes and examples a.htm

In Charging Basil with not Defending his Faith at the Time of the ...
... I will repeat again his words:"We confess that we were condemned by default;' and
he adds why; Evil-disposed persons had been passed as jurymen,' or rather ...
/.../gregory/gregory of nyssa dogmatic treatises etc/section 9 in charging basil.htm

"Ye Shall be Hated of all Men"
... And this oath has been sworn also by several evil-disposed men, who are his nearest
friends, and they have sought you in several cloisters, that they might ...
//christianbookshelf.org/bevan/three friends of god/chapter liv ye shall be.htm

Evil-disposed (1 Occurrence)
Evil-disposed. Evil-affected, Evil-disposed. Evildoer . Multi-Version
Concordance Evil-disposed (1 Occurrence). Deuteronomy ...
/e/evil-disposed.htm - 6k

Evildoer (9 Occurrences)

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Evil-affected (1 Occurrence)
Evil-affected. Evil, Evil-affected. Evil-disposed . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(DBY WBS). Evil, Evil-affected. Evil-disposed . Reference Bible.
/e/evil-affected.htm - 6k

Bountifully (8 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 15:10 Thou shalt bountifully give unto him, and thy heart shall not
be evil-disposed when thou givest unto him; because for this thing Jehovah thy ...
/b/bountifully.htm - 8k

Business (147 Occurrences)
... Deuteronomy 15:10 Thou shalt bountifully give unto him, and thy heart shall not
be evil-disposed when thou givest unto him; because for this thing Jehovah thy ...
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