# wrath, fury #

## Definition: ##

Wrath is an intense anger that is sometimes long-lasting. It especially refers to God's righteous judgment of sin and punishment of people who rebel against him.

* In the Bible, "wrath" usually refers to God's anger toward those who sin against him.
* The "wrath of God" can also refer to his judgment and punishment for sin.
* God's wrath is the righteous penalty for those who do not repent of their sin.

## Translation Suggestions: ##

* Depending on the context, other ways this term could be translated include "intense anger" or "righteous judgment" or "anger."
* When talking about God's wrath, make sure the word or phrase used to translate this term does not refer to a sinful fit of rage. God's wrath is just and holy.

(See also: [judge](../kt/judge.md), [sin](../kt/sin.md))

## Bible References: ##

* [1 Thessalonians 01:8-10](rc://en/tn/help/1th/01/08)
* [1 Timothy 02:8-10](rc://en/tn/help/1ti/02/08)
* [Luke 03:7](rc://en/tn/help/luk/03/07)
* [Luke 21:23-24](rc://en/tn/help/luk/21/23)
* [Matthew 03:7-9](rc://en/tn/help/mat/03/07)
* [Revelation 14:9-10](rc://en/tn/help/rev/14/09)
* [Romans 01:18-19](rc://en/tn/help/rom/01/18)
* [Romans 05:8-9](rc://en/tn/help/rom/05/08)

## Word Data: ##

* Strong's: H639, H2197, H2528, H2534, H2740, H3707, H3708, H5678, H7107, H7109, H7110, H7265, H7267, G2372, G3709, G3949, G3950