There is no verbatim definition given in Scripture like we would find in a dictionary. Humility is beneficial for us, for God, and for those around us. Where we read about humility, we see that this trait is something God desires for His people. The word humility appears various times throughout the Bible in both the Old and New Testaments. So let’s ask the question, what is the meaning of humility in the Bible? How Does the Bible Define Humility? Through verses and examples, we will see how Scripture presents the idea of humility and whether or not that idea matches the world. Asking these questions of the Bible will give us something much more definitive. When we are humble, our goal is not to exalt ourselves, especially over other people.Īre we supposed to think less of ourselves or think of ourselves less? Don’t we mostly talk about ourselves on social media? Are we expected to be humble at all times? Should our resumes be humble or our Linkedin profiles? Is getting a consensus on the word humility even possible? Asking these questions of the world is bound to give us a variety of different answers. Why does humility differentiate confidence and arrogance? The answer - humility changes how we view ourselves. Confidence says, “I have skills and I recognize them.” Arrogance says, “I have skills and others must recognize them.” People are correct when they say there’s a difference between confidence and arrogance. If you want to prove whether or not this is true, next time someone uses either phrase, just look at them and say, “Okay.” They may think they’re being humble, but they must not be familiar with the word’s meaning, not the biblical meaning at least.
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