gentleness

Proverbs 15:1 - "A gentle answer turns away wrath, but a harsh word stirs up anger."

Proverbs 25:15 - "Through patience a ruler can be persuaded, and a gentle tongue can break a bone."

Isaiah 40:11 - "He tends his flock like a shepherd: He gathers the lambs in his arms and carries them close to his heart; he gently leads those that have young."

Matthew 11:29 - "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."

Matthew 21:5 - "Say to Daughter Zion, 'See, your king comes to you, gentle and riding on a donkey, and on a colt, the foal of a donkey.'"

1 Corinthians 4:21 - "What do you prefer? Shall I come to you with a rod of discipline, or shall I come in love and with a gentle spirit?"

2 Corinthians 10:1 - "By the humility and gentleness of Christ, I appeal to you—I, Paul, who am 'timid' when face to face with you, but 'bold' toward you when away!"

Ephesians 4:2 - "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love."

Philippians 4:5 - "Let your gentleness be evident to all. The Lord is near."

Colossians 3:12 - "Therefore, as God’s chosen people, holy and dearly loved, clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness and patience."

Titus 3:2 - "to slander no one, to be peaceable and considerate, and always to be gentle toward everyone."

The Greek word "πραΰς" means gentle, meek, or humble in the New Testament, primarily used in Matthew 5:5 by Jesus to bless the meek who show humility, kindness, and submission to God. Being meek is about strength in humility, gentleness, and readiness to follow God's will, leading to blessings and rewards.

In ancient times, a king entering a city on a horse symbolized a triumphal, militaristic arrival, indicating power and conquest. However, Jesus intentionally chose to enter Jerusalem on a donkey, fulfilling the prophecy of Zechariah 9:9: "Rejoice greatly, Daughter Zion! Shout, Daughter Jerusalem! See, your king comes to you, righteous and victorious, lowly and riding on a donkey, on a colt, the foal of a donkey.