Bible Verses About
Gentleness
Strength under control — the quiet power of a gentle spirit.
“To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.”
“A soft answer turneth away wrath: but grievous words stir up anger.”
“But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, longsuffering, gentleness, goodness, faith,”
“But sanctify the Lord God in your hearts: and be ready always to give an answer to every man that asketh you a reason of the hope that is in you with meekness and fear:”
“Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy right hand hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great.”
“And the servant of the Lord must not strive; but be gentle unto all men, apt to teach, patient,”
“But the wisdom that is from above is first pure, then peaceable, gentle, and easy to be intreated, full of mercy and good fruits, without partiality, and without hypocrisy.”
“Take my yoke upon you, and learn of me; for I am meek and lowly in heart: and ye shall find rest unto your souls.”
“Brethren, if a man be overtaken in a fault, ye which are spiritual, restore such an one in the spirit of meekness; considering thyself, lest thou also be tempted.”
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Frequently asked
What does the Bible say about gentleness?
Scripture speaks to gentleness in passages such as Titus 3:2, Proverbs 15:1, Galatians 5:22. For example, Titus 3:2 says, “To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.”
What is a well-known Bible verse about gentleness?
Titus 3:2 — “To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, shewing all meekness unto all men.”
Which Psalm is about gentleness?
Psalms 18:35 — “Thou hast also given me the shield of thy salvation: and thy right hand hath holden me up, and thy gentleness hath made me great.”