# meek, meekness #

## Definition: ##

The term "meek" describes a person who is gentle, submissive, and willing to suffer injustice. Meekness is the ability to be gentle even when harshness or force might seem appropriate.

* Meekness is often associated with humility.
* This term could also be translated as "gentle" or "mild-mannered" or "sweet-tempered."
* The term "meekness" could be translated as "gentleness" or "humility."

(See also: [humble](../other/humble.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Peter 03:15-17](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/1pe/03/15)
* [2 Corinthians 10:1-2](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/2co/10/01)
* [2 Timothy 02:24-26](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/2ti/02/24)
* [Matthew 05:5-8](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mat/05/05)
* [Matthew 11:28-30](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/mat/11/28)
* [Psalms 037:11-13](https://door43.org/en/bible/notes/psa/037/011)