But if you have bitter jealousy and strife in your heart…
““But if you have bitter jealousy and strife in your heart, do not boast against and do not tell lies against the truth. 15. This wisdom is not wisdom coming down from above, but is earthly, worldly, proceeding from an evil spirit. 16. For where there is jealousy and strife, from that place is disorder and every worthless, wicked deed. 17. But the wisdom from above is indeed first pure, then peaceable, kind, obedient, full of mercy and of good fruits, unwavering, without hypocrisy. 18. And the fruit of acts of loving kindness9 is sown in peace by those who make peace.””
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Jealousy and strife corrupt wisdom, leading to disorder and evil deeds; true wisdom from above is pure, peaceable, kind, and produces loving kindness.
In simple terms: Jealousy corrupts; true wisdom is pure and kind.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate peace and kindness.
Themes
wisdom
morality
peace
kindness
spirituality
Mood
reflective
hopeful
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal relationships
- conflict resolution
- leadership
- community building
Key Concepts
spiritual corruption
pure virtue
fruit of kindness
Questions to Reflect On
- How can you transform jealousy into compassion?
- What steps foster peace in your daily life?
A Different Perspective
True wisdom requires humility and forgiveness, not just avoidance of jealousy.