Topical Encyclopedia Pride, as a characteristic of the world, is frequently addressed in the Bible as a fundamental human flaw that stands in opposition to the humility and submission that God desires from His people. In the biblical context, pride is often associated with self-exaltation, arrogance, and a refusal to acknowledge one's dependence on God. It is considered a root of many other sins and is consistently portrayed as a barrier to a right relationship with God.The Bible provides numerous examples and teachings that illustrate the dangers and consequences of pride. In the Old Testament, the account of the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11:1-9) serves as a vivid illustration of human pride. The people sought to build a tower that reached the heavens, aiming to make a name for themselves and defy God's command to fill the earth. As a result, God confused their language and scattered them across the earth, demonstrating His opposition to human pride and self-sufficiency. Proverbs, a book rich in wisdom literature, frequently warns against pride. Proverbs 16:18 states, "Pride goes before destruction, and a haughty spirit before a fall." This verse highlights the inevitable downfall that accompanies pride, emphasizing that it leads to ruin and disgrace. Similarly, Proverbs 8:13 declares, "To fear the LORD is to hate evil; I hate arrogant pride, evil conduct, and perverse speech." Here, pride is equated with evil, and the fear of the Lord is presented as the antidote to such arrogance. In the New Testament, pride is further condemned as a worldly characteristic that is incompatible with the teachings of Christ. The Apostle John warns believers against the allure of worldly desires, including pride, in 1 John 2:16 : "For all that is in the world—the desires of the flesh, the desires of the eyes, and the pride of life—is not from the Father but from the world." This passage underscores the idea that pride is a worldly trait that distances individuals from God. Jesus Himself addressed the issue of pride in His teachings. In the parable of the Pharisee and the tax collector (Luke 18:9-14), Jesus contrasts the self-righteous pride of the Pharisee with the humility of the tax collector. The Pharisee's prayer is filled with self-congratulation, while the tax collector humbly acknowledges his sinfulness. Jesus concludes the parable by stating, "For everyone who exalts himself will be humbled, and the one who humbles himself will be exalted" (Luke 18:14). The Apostle Paul also speaks against pride, urging believers to adopt a mindset of humility. In Philippians 2:3 , he writes, "Do nothing out of selfish ambition or empty pride, but in humility consider others more important than yourselves." Paul encourages Christians to follow the example of Christ, who, despite His divine nature, humbled Himself and became obedient to death on a cross (Philippians 2:5-8). Throughout Scripture, pride is consistently depicted as a characteristic of the world that leads to separation from God. It is a sin that God opposes, as stated in James 4:6 : "But He gives us more grace. This is why it says: 'God opposes the proud, but gives grace to the humble.'" Believers are called to reject pride and embrace humility, recognizing their dependence on God and the need for His grace in their lives. Torrey's Topical Textbook 1 John 2:16For all that is in the world, the lust of the flesh, and the lust of the eyes, and the pride of life, is not of the Father, but is of the world. Torrey's Topical Textbook Library The World. 1 John ii. 16 The Jewish World in the Days of Christ - the Jewish Dispersion in ... The Moral World not Constituted According to the Scheme of ... 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The Last Days of the Old Eastern World Resources Should a Christian have swag / swagger? | GotQuestions.orgWhy are there so many tragedies among celebrities? | GotQuestions.org How can an elder come under the same condemnation as the devil (1 Timothy 3:6)? | GotQuestions.org Pride: Dictionary and Thesaurus | Clyx.com Bible Concordance • Bible Dictionary • Bible Encyclopedia • Topical Bible • Bible Thesuarus Subtopics Pride is Followed by Debasement Pride is Followed by Destruction Pride: A Characteristic: False Teachers Pride: A Characteristic: The Devil Pride: A Characteristic: The Wicked Pride: A Characteristic: The World Pride: A Hindrance to Improvement Pride: A Hindrance to Seeking God Pride: General Scriptures Concerning Pride: Hezekiah, in Displaying his Resources Pride: Leads Men to a Persecuting Spirit Pride: Leads Men to Contempt and Rejection of God's Word and Ministers Pride: Leads Men to Contention Pride: Leads Men to Self-Deception Pride: Naaman, Refusing to Wash in the Jordan River Pride: Often Originates in Inexperience Pride: Often Originates in Possession of Power Pride: Often Originates in Possession of Wealth Pride: Often Originates in Religious Privileges Pride: Often Originates in Self-Righteousness Pride: Often Originates in Unsanctified Knowledge Pride: Saints: Hate, in Others Pride: Saints: Mourn Over, in Others Pride: Saints: Respect Not, in Others Pride: Shall Abound in the Last Days Pride: The Wicked Encompassed With Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Abased Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Brought Into Contempt Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Brought Low Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Marred Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Punished Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Recompensed Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Resisted Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Scattered Pride: They Who are Guilty of, Shall Be: Subdued Related Terms |
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