February 18. James 3:13 Deeds of Gentleness / Strength Under Control

James 3:13

Who among you is wise and understanding? Let him show by his good behavior, his deeds in the gentleness of wisdom.

Take the time to look at the definitions, synonyms and antonyms of the word gentle. Do you show wisdom by the gentleness of your deeds and good behavior? Do you exhibit strength under control? How can you improve? Are you willing to let a trusted friend give you feedback and point out possible "blind spots" in your life in this area? Ask God to show you where you need to grow or improve as it relates to wisdom and gentleness in your life.

What is strength under control?

The origin of “meek” in English comes from the Old Norse mjukr, meaning “gentle,” though perhaps a fuller understanding comes from the Greek origin, praus, which is translated as “strength under control.” In ancient Greece, war horses were trained to be meek — strong and powerful yet under control and willing to submit.

Do you exhibit strength under control?

Dictionary Definition: the greek word used here in Galatians 5:22: Gentleness means: “the quality of not being overly impressed by a sense of one's own self-importance; gentleness, humility, courtesy, considerateness, meekness.”

Definition of gentle, Merriam-Webster Dictionary 1a: free from harshness, sternness, or violence used. gentle persuasion

b: DOCILE a gentle horse 2: SOFT, DELICATE the gentle touch of her hand 3: MODERATE His doctor recommended gentle exercise. 4a: belonging to a family of high social station

b: HONORABLE, DISTINGUISHED specifically : of or relating to a gentleman

c: KIND, AMIABLE —used especially in address as a complimentary epithet gentle reader

d: suited to a person of high social station the gentle art of sophisticated conversation

e.CHIVALROUS

Synonyms & Antonyms for gentle

Synonyms: Adjective

• balmy,

• benign,

• bland,

• delicate,

• light,

• mellow,

• mild,

• nonabrasive,

• soft,

• soothing,

• tender

Synonyms: Noun

• aristocrat,

• blue blood,

• gentleperson,

• noble,

• patrician

Synonyms: Verb

• appease,

• assuage,

• conciliate,

• disarm,

• mollify,

• pacify,

• placate,

• propitiate

Antonyms: Adjective

• abrasive,

• caustic,

• coarse,

• hard,

• harsh,

• rough,

• scathing,

• stern,

• ungentle

Antonyms: Verb

• anger,

• enrage,

• incense,

• inflame

• (also enflame),

• infuriate,

• ire,

• madden,

• outrage