Quick-tempered
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Definition: The term "quick-tempered" refers to an individual who is easily angered or prone to sudden outbursts of anger. In the biblical context, being quick-tempered is often viewed as a negative trait that can lead to sin and discord.

Biblical References:

1. Proverbs 14:17 · "A quick-tempered man acts foolishly, and a devious man is hated." This verse highlights the foolishness associated with being quick-tempered. The impulsive actions that result from a quick temper can lead to regrettable decisions and strained relationships.

2. Proverbs 15:18 · "A hot-tempered man stirs up strife, but he who is slow to anger calms a dispute." Here, the contrast is drawn between a quick-tempered individual and one who is slow to anger. The quick-tempered person is seen as a source of conflict, while the patient person is a peacemaker.

3. Proverbs 16:32 · "He who is slow to anger is better than a warrior, and he who controls his temper is greater than one who captures a city." This verse elevates the virtue of self-control over physical might, emphasizing the strength found in mastering one's temper.

4. Ecclesiastes 7:9 · "Do not be quickly provoked in your spirit, for anger settles in the lap of fools." The admonition here is against being easily provoked, as harboring anger is associated with foolishness.

5. James 1:19-20 · "My beloved brothers, understand this: Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak, and slow to anger, for man's anger does not bring about the righteousness that God desires." This passage from the New Testament reinforces the idea that quick-temperedness is contrary to the righteousness that God seeks in His followers.

Theological Implications:

From a theological perspective, being quick-tempered is often linked to a lack of self-control, which is one of the fruits of the Spirit mentioned in Galatians 5:22-23. A quick temper can lead to actions and words that are not in alignment with Christian virtues such as patience, kindness, and love. The Bible encourages believers to cultivate a spirit of patience and to exercise restraint in their emotions.

Practical Considerations:

In practical terms, Christians are encouraged to seek the Holy Spirit's guidance in overcoming a quick temper. This involves prayer, meditation on Scripture, and a conscious effort to practice patience and self-control. Fellowship with other believers and accountability can also be helpful in addressing this character flaw.

Historical Context:

In the cultural and historical context of the Bible, a quick temper could lead to personal and communal strife, disrupting the harmony and unity that were essential for the survival and prosperity of ancient communities. The biblical admonitions against quick-temperedness served to promote peace and cohesion among God's people.

Moral and Ethical Dimensions:

Ethically, a quick temper can lead to actions that harm others and damage relationships. The Bible's teachings encourage believers to reflect on the impact of their anger and to seek reconciliation and forgiveness when their temper leads to sin. The moral imperative is to emulate Christ, who exemplified patience and gentleness even in the face of provocation.
Greek
3711. orgilos -- inclined to anger, passionate
... Word Origin from orge Definition inclined to anger, passionate NASB Word
Usage quick-tempered (1). inclined to anger, quick-tempered. ...
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3114. makrothumeo -- to persevere, to be patient
... 3114 ("showing divinely-directed patience") is "longsuffering" because it only
expresses anger (ie is the opposite of being "quick-tempered"). See 3115 (). ...
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Strong's Hebrew
7116. qatser -- short
... 7115, 7116. qatser. 7117 . short. Transliteration: qatser Phonetic Spelling:
(kaw-tsare') Short Definition: quick-tempered. Word ...
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639. aph -- a nostril, nose, face, anger
... countenance (1), double (1), face (15), faces (4), forbearance* (1), ground (1),
nose (10), noses (1), nostril (1), nostrils (13), quick-tempered* (1), snout (1 ...
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7307. ruach -- breath, wind, spirit
... 1), cool (1), courage (1), despondency* (1), exposed (1), grief* (1), heart (1),
inspired (1), mind (3), motives (1), points (1), quick-tempered* (1), side (4 ...
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Library

Whether Sudden Things are Especially Feared?
... ii, 5) that "those are feared most, not who are quick-tempered, but who are gentle
and cunning." Now it is clear that those who are quick-tempered are more ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether sudden things are especially.htm

Goths at Antioch
... Cranes!' till one of the younger Goths, more quick-tempered and less disdainful
than his brothers, gave a buffet to one of these ill-mannered tonguesters which ...
/.../chapter xi goths at antioch.htm

Penitence
... Our picture of him is of a strong-built, sun-tanned fisherman, robust, and fearless
in disposition, quick-tempered and rash, a man who would bluster and swear ...
//christianbookshelf.org/drummond/the ideal life/penitence.htm

A Bible-Riddle
... For just like Samson, every time you come to the place where you have overcome a
temptation,"it may be to say unkind things, or to be quick-tempered, or to ...
/.../chidley/fifty-two story talks to boys and girls/a bible-riddle.htm

Earnest Expostulation
... There are quick tempered individuals who only need to be a little provoked, and
hard words and blows come quick and furious: but, oh, the forbearance of God ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 29 1883/earnest expostulation.htm

DL Moody's Anecdotes and Illustrations.
... I remember when a boy, I used to go to a certain school in New England, where
we had a quick-tempered master, who always kept a rattan. ...
/.../moody/moodys anecdotes and illustrations/d l moodys anecdotes and.htm

August 12:
... You know men who are all but perfect, and women who would be entirely perfect, but
for an easily ruffled, quick-tempered, or "touchy" disposition. ...
//christianbookshelf.org/drummond/beautiful thoughts/august 12 0.htm

Prayer and Importunity (Continued)
... Despite the seeming unconcern of our Lord, however, and despite the rebuke of an
impatient and quick-tempered crowd, the blind beggar still cries, and ...
/.../bounds/the necessity of prayer/vii prayer and importunity continued.htm

The one Thing Needful
... Martha is very busy; she is rather quick tempered also, and so she speaks to the
Saviour somewhat shortly; and the Master says, "Martha, Martha,""very ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 17 1871/the one thing needful.htm

The Analysis
... You know men who are all but perfect, and women who would be entirely perfect, but
for an easily ruffled, quick-tempered, or "touchy" disposition. ...
/.../drummond/the greatest thing in the world and other addresses/the analysis.htm

Thesaurus
Quick-tempered (3 Occurrences)
Quick-tempered. Quicksands, Quick-tempered. Quiet . Multi-Version
Concordance Quick-tempered (3 Occurrences). Titus ...
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Quicksands (1 Occurrence)

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Passionate (6 Occurrences)
... or susceptible of passion, or of different passions; easily moved, excited or agitated;
specifically, easily moved to anger; irascible; quick-tempered; as, a ...
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Quiet (167 Occurrences)

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Resources
How and when should we overlook an offense (Proverbs 19:11)? | GotQuestions.org

What does it mean to not let the sun go down on your anger? | GotQuestions.org

Should we allow false teachers into our home? | GotQuestions.org

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Quick-tempered (3 Occurrences)

Titus 1:7
For it is necessary for a Bishop to be a man of virtue, as God's servant; not pushing himself forward, not quickly moved to wrath or blows, not desiring profit for himself;
(See NAS RSV NIV)

Proverbs 14:17
He who is quickly angry will do what is foolish, but the man of good sense will have quiet.
(See NAS NIV)

Proverbs 14:29
He who is slow to be angry has great good sense; but he whose spirit is over-quick gives support to what is foolish.
(See NAS)

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