My Word of God
KJV Bible Keyword Search (NKJV & NIV)
Keyword: Meekness
Original Word: עָנָו
(anav)
Strong's Number: H6035 (Hebrew)
Definition: humble, meek, lowly, poor
Numbers 12:3
KJV:
(Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.)
NKJV:
(Now the man Moses was very humble, more than all men who were on the face of the earth.)
NIV:
(Now Moses was a very humble man, more humble than anyone else on the face of the earth.)
Interpretation:
Moses was the meekest man on earth. The verse shows that meekness is a great virtue. Meekness made Moses a great leader. The verse teaches that meekness is more valuable than pride. Meekness allows God to use us effectively.
Tweet Text:
Numbers 12:3 - (Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were upon the face of the earth.) #meekness #humble #humility #demean #mywordofgod
Psalm 37:11
KJV:
But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
NKJV:
But the meek shall inherit the earth, And shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace.
NIV:
But the meek will inherit the land and enjoy peace and prosperity.
Interpretation:
The meek will inherit the earth and enjoy peace. The verse shows that meekness brings great reward. Meekness leads to inheritance and abundance. The verse teaches that meekness is better than aggression. Those who are meek will receive God's blessing.
Tweet Text:
Psalm 37:11 - But the meek shall inherit the earth; and shall delight themselves in the abundance of peace. #meekness #humble #humility #demean #mywordofgod
Matthew 5:5
KJV:
Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
NKJV:
Blessed are the meek, For they shall inherit the earth.
NIV:
Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth.
Interpretation:
Jesus says the meek are blessed and will inherit the earth. The verse shows that meekness brings blessing. Meekness is a characteristic of those in God's kingdom. The verse teaches that meekness leads to inheritance. We should be meek to receive God's blessing.
Tweet Text:
Matthew 5:5 - Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth. #meekness #humble #humility #demean #mywordofgod
Galatians 5:23
KJV:
Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law.
NKJV:
gentleness, self-control. Against such there is no law.
NIV:
gentleness and self-control. Against such things there is no law.
Interpretation:
Meekness is a fruit of the Spirit. The verse shows that meekness comes from God's Spirit working in us. Meekness is part of the character God produces in believers. The verse teaches that meekness is a virtue that no law opposes. The Spirit produces meekness in those who follow God.
Tweet Text:
Galatians 5:23 - Meekness, temperance: against such there is no law. #meekness #humble #humility #demean #mywordofgod
Colossians 3:12
KJV:
Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering;
NKJV:
Therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, put on tender mercies, kindness, humility, meekness, longsuffering;
NIV:
Therefore, as God's chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience.
Interpretation:
Believers should put on meekness as part of their character. The verse shows that meekness is something we should actively practice. Meekness is listed with other important virtues. The verse teaches that meekness is essential for God's people. We must choose to be meek in our relationships.
Tweet Text:
Colossians 3:12 - Put on therefore, as the elect of God, holy and beloved, bowels of mercies, kindness, humbleness of mind, meekness, longsuffering; #meekness #humble #humility #demean #mywordofgod
1 Peter 3:4
KJV:
But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.
NKJV:
rather let it be the hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptible beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is very precious in the sight of God.
NIV:
Rather, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God's sight.
Interpretation:
A meek and quiet spirit is very precious to God. The verse shows that meekness is more valuable than outward beauty. Meekness is an inner quality that God highly values. The verse teaches that meekness is incorruptible and lasting. God sees meekness as great worth.
Tweet Text:
1 Peter 3:4 - But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price. #meekness #humble #humility #demean #mywordofgod