Definition and Characteristics:

The term "meek" in the biblical context refers to an attitude of humility, gentleness, and submission to God's will. It is often associated with a spirit of patience and a lack of self-assertiveness. Meekness is not to be confused with weakness; rather, it is strength under control. It involves a conscious choice to put others before oneself and to trust in God's sovereignty and justice.

Biblical References:

1. Old Testament:
· Numbers 12:3: "Now Moses was a very humble man, more so than any man on the face of the earth." Here, the term "humble" is often translated as "meek," highlighting Moses' exemplary character in leading the Israelites with patience and reliance on God.
· Psalm 37:11: "But the meek will inherit the land and delight in abundant prosperity." This verse emphasizes the reward for meekness, promising that those who are gentle and humble will receive God's blessings.

2. New Testament:
· Matthew 5:5: "Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth." Part of the Beatitudes, this statement by Jesus underscores the value of meekness in the Kingdom of Heaven, promising eternal inheritance to those who embody this virtue.
· 1 Peter 3:4: "Instead, it should be that of your inner self, the unfading beauty of a gentle and quiet spirit, which is of great worth in God’s sight." This passage encourages believers, particularly women, to cultivate a spirit of meekness, which is precious to God.

Theological Significance:

Meekness is a fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:23) and is integral to Christian character. It reflects a heart transformed by the Holy Spirit, demonstrating a life surrendered to Christ. Meekness is essential for maintaining unity within the body of Christ, as it fosters peace and understanding among believers.

Christ as the Model of Meekness:

Jesus Christ is the ultimate example of meekness. In Matthew 11:29, He invites His followers to "Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." Jesus' life and ministry exemplified meekness through His submission to the Father's will, His gentle approach to sinners, and His sacrificial love.

Practical Application:

Believers are called to emulate Christ's meekness in their daily lives. This involves responding to others with gentleness, refraining from retaliation, and trusting God to vindicate and provide. Meekness enables Christians to witness effectively, as it reflects the character of Christ to a watching world.Matthew 5:5
Blessed are the meek: for they shall inherit the earth.
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1 Peter 3:4
But let it be the hidden man of the heart, in that which is not corruptible, even the ornament of a meek and quiet spirit, which is in the sight of God of great price.
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Numbers 12:3
(Now the man Moses was very meek, above all the men which were on the face of the earth.)
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Titus 3:2
To speak evil of no man, to be no brawlers, but gentle, showing all meekness to all men.
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1. (superl.) Mild of temper; not easily provoked or irritated; patient under injuries; not vain, or haughty, or resentful; forbearing; submissive.

2. (superl.) Evincing mildness of temper, or patience; characterized by mildness or patience; as, a meek answer; a meek face.

3. (v. t.) Alt. of Meeken.

4235. praos -- meek.
... meek. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: praos Phonetic Spelling:
(prah'-os) Short Definition: mild, gentle Definition: mild, gentle, meek, kind. ... meek. ...
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4239. praus -- meekness
... This difficult-to-translate root () means "meek." meekness is but rather refers
to exercising under -- ie demonstrating power without undue harshness. ... meek. ...
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5011. tapeinos -- low-lying, fig. lowly, hence lowly in spirit
... word Definition low-lying, fig. lowly, hence lowly in spirit NASB Word Usage depressed
(1), humble (5), lowly (1), meek (1). cast down, humble, lowly. ...
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6035. anav -- poor, afflicted, humble, meek
... 6034, 6035. anav. 6036 . poor, afflicted, humble, meek. Transliteration: anav
Phonetic Spelling: (aw-nawv') Short Definition: humble. ... humble, lowly, meek, poor ...
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The Meek.
... XXIV THE MEEK. Matthew v.5. Whom ... Again he answers: "Blessed are the meek:
for they shall inherit the earth." And who are the meek? We ...
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The Meek and Lowly One
... The Meek and Lowly One. A Sermon (No.265). ... 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. ...
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How the Meek and the Passionate are to be Admonished.
... How the meek and the passionate are to be admonished. (Admonition 17.)
Differently to be admonished are the meek and the passionate. ...
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"Blessed are the Meek. "
... CHRISTIAN CHARACTER AND LIFE. 348. " "Blessed are the Meek.". 348. SM
Anonymous. "Blessed are the Meek.". 1 "Blest are the meek ...
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Whether the Second Beatitude, "Blessed are the Meek," Corresponds ...
... OF PIETY (TWO ARTICLES) Whether the second beatitude, "Blessed are the meek,"
corresponds to the gift of piety? ... in Monte i): "Piety is becoming to the meek.". ...
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The Meek Reply of Christ.
... Chapter XII."The meek reply of Christ. But the Lord is long-suffering,
and does not reduce to nothing him who in his ignorance ...
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Jesus, Meek and Gentle
... III. SACRAMENTS AND RITES Catechism 361. Jesus, meek and gentle. 6.5.6.5 [1377]St. ...
George R. Prynne, 1865. Jesus, meek and gentle,. Son of God most high,. ...
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Sevens. "Gentle Jesu, Meek and Mild. "
... Hymn 38. Sevens. "Gentle Jesu, Meek and Mild.". Gentle Jesu, meek and mild, Look
upon a little child; Pity my simplicity, Suffer me to come to thee. ...
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"Gentle Jesu, Meek and Mild. "
... Sevens. "Gentle Jesu, meek and mild.". Nwah kah de ze yun Je sus Ke te mah gah buh
me shin; Ah noo uh gah she e yon Mah noo ke guh naun ze koon. ...
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The Meek and Lowly.
... THE MINISTRY IN PEREA THE MEEK AND LOWLY. ... 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. ...
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Meek (23 Occurrences)
... 2. (superl.) Evincing mildness of temper, or patience; characterized by mildness
or patience; as, a meek answer; a meek face. ...Meek (23 Occurrences). ...
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Meekness (14 Occurrences)
... Peculiar promises are made to the meek (Matthew 5:5; Isaiah 66:2). The cultivation
of this spirit is enjoined (Colossians 3:12; 1 Timothy 6:11; Zephaniah 2:3 ...
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Poor (276 Occurrences)
... 12. (superl.) Free from self-assertion; not proud or arrogant; meek. 13. (n.) A
small European codfish (Gadus minutus); -- called also power cod. Int. ...
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Quiet (167 Occurrences)
... quiet conscience. 4. (a.) Not giving offense; not exciting disorder or trouble;
not turbulent; gentle; mild; meek; contented. 5. (a ...
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Guideth (6 Occurrences)
... his name's sake. (ASV JPS). Psalms 25:9 The meek will he guide in justice;
And the meek will he teach his way. (See JPS). Psalms 78 ...
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Teacheth (22 Occurrences)
... arms. (KJV ASV DBY WBS). Psalms 25:9 The meek will he guide in justice;
And the meek will he teach his way. (See JPS YLT). Psalms ...
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Meekly (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (adv.) In a meek manner. Multi-Version Concordance
Meekly (1 Occurrence). 1 Kings 21:27 It happened, when ...
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Apparel (38 Occurrences)
... of the glorious and red (suggestive of the wine-press) apparel of the Messiah (Isaiah
63:1, 2), and of "a meek and quiet spirit" (1 Peter 3:4). Dwight M. Pratt. ...
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Beatitudes
... As regards the Beatitudes of the meek, the merciful, the pure in heart, the peacemakers,
which are given by Matthew only, they may have been spoken by Jesus at ...
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Zephaniah (11 Occurrences)
... A way of escape is offered to the meek; if they seek Yahweh, they may be "hid in
the day of Yahweh" (2:1-3). Zechariah 2:4-15 contains threats upon 5 nations ...
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