meekness
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5Blessed are those who mourn, for they shall be consoled.
2to speak evil of no one, not to be litigious, but to be reserved, displaying all meekness toward all men.
11But the meek shall inherit the earth, and they will delight in the multitude of peace.
13Who is wise and well-taught among you? Let him show, by means of good conversation, his work in the meekness of wisdom.
29Take my yoke upon you, and learn from me, for I am meek and humble of heart; and you shall find rest for your souls.
9He will direct the mild in judgment. He will teach the meek his ways.
15But sanctify Christ the Lord in your hearts, being always ready to give an explanation to all who ask you the reason for that hope which is in you.
3(for Moses was a man exceedingly meek, beyond all the men who were living upon the earth)
12Therefore, clothe yourselves like the elect of God: holy and beloved, with hearts of mercy, kindness, humility, modesty, and patience.
4Instead, you should be a hidden person of the heart, with the incorruptibility of a quiet and meek spirit, rich in the sight of God.
21Because of this, having cast away all uncleanness and an abundance of malice, receive with meekness the newly-grafted Word, which is able to save your souls.
1And, brothers, if a man has been overtaken by any offense, you who are spiritual should instruct someone like this with a spirit of leniency, considering that you yourselves might also be tempted.
22But the fruit of the Spirit is charity, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, forbearance,
2with all humility and meekness, with patience, supporting one another in charity.