Topical Encyclopedia Anger, a powerful and often destructive emotion, is frequently linked with pride in the biblical narrative. The Scriptures provide numerous examples and teachings that illustrate how pride can fuel anger, leading to sin and separation from God.Biblical Examples: 1. Cain and Abel: One of the earliest instances of anger connected with pride is found in the account of Cain and Abel. Cain's pride was wounded when God favored Abel's offering over his own. This prideful resentment led to anger, culminating in the murder of his brother. Genesis 4:5-6 states, "but He had no regard for Cain and his offering. So Cain became very angry, and his countenance fell. Then the LORD said to Cain, 'Why are you angry, and why has your countenance fallen?'" 2. King Saul: Saul's pride and jealousy towards David resulted in intense anger. As David's popularity grew, Saul's pride was threatened, leading to a deep-seated anger that drove him to seek David's life. 1 Samuel 18:8-9 records, "And Saul was very angry, and this song displeased him. 'They have ascribed to David tens of thousands,' he said, 'but to me they have ascribed only thousands. What more can he have but the kingdom?' And from that day forward Saul kept a jealous eye on David." 3. Haman: In the Book of Esther, Haman's pride was deeply wounded when Mordecai refused to bow to him. This slight to his ego incited a furious anger, leading Haman to plot the destruction of all the Jews in the Persian Empire. Esther 3:5 notes, "When Haman saw that Mordecai would not kneel or pay him homage, he was filled with rage." Teachings and Warnings: 1. Proverbs on Pride and Anger: The Book of Proverbs frequently warns against the dangers of pride and anger. Proverbs 16:18 states, "Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall." This proverb highlights the destructive path that pride can lead to, often manifesting in anger. 2. James on Human Anger: The New Testament also addresses the issue of anger, particularly in relation to pride. James 1:19-20 advises, "My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, for man's anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires." This passage underscores the importance of humility and self-control in overcoming pride-induced anger. 3. Jesus' Teachings: Jesus taught about the dangers of anger in the Sermon on the Mount. In Matthew 5:22 , He warns, "But I tell you that anyone who is angry with his brother will be subject to judgment." This teaching emphasizes the seriousness of anger and its potential to lead to sin, often rooted in prideful disputes. Spiritual Implications: Pride, when unchecked, can lead to anger that disrupts relationships and hinders spiritual growth. The Bible consistently calls believers to humility, urging them to put aside pride and embrace a spirit of meekness. Ephesians 4:31-32 encourages, "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." In summary, the connection between anger and pride is a recurring theme in Scripture, serving as a cautionary tale for believers to guard their hearts against the destructive power of these intertwined sins. Torrey's Topical Textbook Proverbs 21:24Proud and haughty scorner is his name, who deals in proud wrath. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library Whether Reviling Arises from Anger? How Six of These Faults are Related, and the Two which Differ from ... But we Need no Longer Show in this Narrow Way the Drawback of this ... Of Evil Angels Twenty-Fourth Day. Holiness and Cleansing. 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Resources What does the Bible say about anger? | GotQuestions.orgWhat does it mean to not let the sun go down on your anger? | GotQuestions.org What does the Bible mean when it says in your anger do not sin (Ephesians 4:26)? | GotQuestions.org Anger: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Anger: A Characteristic of Fools Anger: Ahab, Because Naboth Would not Sell his Vineyard Anger: Ahasuerus, Toward Vashti, for Refusing to Amuse his Courtiers Anger: Asa, Because the Prophet Rebuked Him Anger: Brings Its own Punishment Anger: Children should not be Provoked To Anger: Connected With: Clamour and Evil-Speaking Anger: Connected With: Cruelty Anger: Connected With: Malice and Blasphemy Anger: Connected With: Strife and Contention Anger: Elihu, Because Job had Beaten his Friends in Argument Anger: Ephraimites, Toward Gideon, for not Soliciting Their Help Against the Midianites Anger: General Scriptures Concerning Anger: Haman, Because Mordecai did not Salute Him Anger: Herod, Toward the Wise Men Who Deceived Him Anger: Jonah, Because the Gourd Withered Anger: Jonathan, on Account of Saul's Persecution of David Anger: May be Averted by Wisdom Anger: Naaman, Because Elisha Directed Him to Wash in the Jordan Anger: Saul, Toward Jonathan, on Account of his Sympathy With David Anger: should not Betray Us Into Sin Anger: Simeon and Levi, on Account of the Humbling of Their Sister, Dinah Anger: Sinful: Simeon and Levi Anger: The People of Nazareth, Toward Jesus Anger: Uzziah Toward Azariah, the Priest, Because of his Reproof of The Anger of God is Averted from Them That Believe The Anger of God is Averted Upon Confession of Sin and Repentance The Anger of God: Against: Apostasy The Anger of God: Against: Idolatry The Anger of God: Against: Impenitence The Anger of God: Against: Sin, in Saints The Anger of God: Against: The Wicked The Anger of God: Against: Those Who Forsake Him The Anger of God: Against: Unbelief The Anger of God: Aggravated by Continual Provocation The Anger of God: Averted by Christ The Anger of God: Cannot be Resisted The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Aaron and Miriam The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Abimelech The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Builders of Babel The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Cities of the Plain The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Egyptians The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Enemies of Israel The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Five Kings The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Israelites The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Korah The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Men of Bethshemesh The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Nadab The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Saul The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Saul's Family The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Sennacherib The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: The Old World The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: The Spies The Anger of God: Exemplified Against: Uzzah The Anger of God: Extreme, Against Those Who Oppose the Gospel The Anger of God: Folly of Provoking The Anger of God: Manifested in Judgments and Afflictions The Anger of God: Manifested in Terrors The Anger of God: Removal of, should be Prayed For The Anger of God: should Lead to Repentance The Anger of God: Specially Reserved for the Day of Wrath The Anger of God: Tempered With Mercy to Saints The Anger of God: The Justice of, not to be Questioned The Anger of God: To be Born With Submission The Anger of God: To be Deprecated The Anger of God: To be Dreaded Related Terms |