In the scriptures there is no such thing as righteous…
“In the scriptures there is no such thing as righteous pride. It is always considered as a sin. We are not speaking of a wholesome view of self-worth, which is best established by a close relationship with God. But we are speaking of pride as the universal sin, as someone has described it. . . . Essentially, pride is a "my will" rather than "thy will" approach to life. The opposite of pride is humbleness, meekness, submissiveness, or teachableness.”
About This Quote
This interpretation was drafted with AI assistance. It is one reading of the quote, not the author's own explanation.
Pride is placing one's own will above divine will, seen as sinful; humility aligns with God.
In simple terms: Pride is selfish will, humility follows God.
Key Takeaway
Cultivate humility, seek God's will.
Themes
humility
pride
spirituality
ethics
Mood
reflective
serious
Type
spiritual
ethical
When to use this quote
- personal decisions
- leadership
- spiritual growth
- conflict resolution
Key Concepts
selfishness
divine obedience
humility
Questions to Reflect On
- How do you differentiate healthy self‑esteem from pride?
- In what ways can humility improve relationships?
A Different Perspective
Pride can be mistaken for confidence, making discernment hard.