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<!DOCTYPE html PUBLIC "-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN" "http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd"><html xmlns="http://www.w3.org/1999/xhtml"><head><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8" /><meta name="viewport" content="width=device-width; initial-scale=1.0;"/><title>Topical Bible: Greed</title><link rel="canonical" href="https://biblehub.com/topical/g/greed.htm" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/newtopical.css" type="text/css" media="Screen" /><link rel="stylesheet" href="/print.css" type="text/css" media="Print" /><script type="application/javascript" src="https://scripts.webcontentassessor.com/scripts/8a2459b64f9cac8122fc7f2eac4409c8555fac9383016db59c4c26e3d5b8b157"></script><script src='https://qd.admetricspro.com/js/biblehub/biblehub-layout-loader-revcatch.js'></script><script id='HyDgbd_1s' src='https://prebidads.revcatch.com/ads.js' type='text/javascript' async></script><script>(function(w,d,b,s,i){var cts=d.createElement(s);cts.async=true;cts.id='catchscript'; cts.dataset.appid=i;cts.src='https://app.protectsubrev.com/catch_rp.js?cb='+Math.random(); document.head.appendChild(cts); }) (window,document,'head','script','rc-anksrH');</script></head><body><div id="fx"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx2"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="30" scrolling="no" src="/topical/vmenus/matthew/23-25.htm" align="left" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div><div id="blnk"></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable"><tr><td><div id="fx5"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" id="fx6"><tr><td><iframe width="100%" height="245" scrolling="no" src="//biblehu.com/bmcde/g/greed.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" class="maintable3"><tr><td><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center" id="announce"><tr><td><div id="l1"><div id="breadcrumbs"><a href="/">Bible</a> > <a href="/topical/">Topical</a> > Greed</div><div id="anc"><iframe src="/anc.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></div><div id="anc2"><table width="100%" border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><iframe src="/anc2.htm" width="100%" height="27" scrolling="no" frameborder="0"></iframe></td></tr></table></div></div></td></tr></table><div id="movebox2"><table border="0" align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0"><tr><td><div id="topheading"><a href="/topical/naves/g/greece--schools_of_philosophy_in_athens.htm" title="Greece: Schools of Philosophy in Athens">&#9668;</a> Greed <a href="/topical/g/greed_and_deception.htm" title="Greed and Deception">&#9658;</a></div></td></tr></table></div><div align="center" class="maintable2"><table border="0" cellspacing="0" cellpadding="0" align="center"><tr><td><div id="topverse">Jump to: <a href="#web" title="Webster's Dictionary">Webster's</a> &#8226; <a href="#cnc" title="Multiversion Concordance">Concordance</a> &#8226; <a href="#thes" title="Bible Thesaurus">Thesaurus</a> &#8226; <a href="#grk" title="Strong's Greek Concordance">Greek</a> &#8226; <a href="#heb" title="Strong's Hebrew Concordance">Hebrew</a> &#8226; <a href="#lib" title="Library">Library</a> &#8226; <a href="#sub" title="Subtopics">Subtopics</a> &#8226; <a href="#rel" title="Related Terms">Terms</a></div><div id="leftbox"><div class="padleft"><a name="te" id="te"></a><div class="vheading2">Topical Encyclopedia</div><b>Definition and Nature:</b> <br>Greed, often referred to as covetousness in biblical terms, is an intense and selfish desire for something, especially wealth, power, or possessions. It is considered a sin that stems from a lack of contentment and trust in God's provision. Greed is characterized by an insatiable longing for more, often at the expense of others and one's spiritual well-being.<br><br><b>Biblical References and Teachings:</b><br><br>1. <b>Old Testament Insights:</b><br> &#183; The Tenth Commandment explicitly warns against coveting: "You shall not covet your neighbor&#8217;s house. You shall not covet your neighbor&#8217;s wife, or his manservant or maidservant, his ox or donkey, or anything that belongs to your neighbor" (<a href="/exodus/20-17.htm">Exodus 20:17</a>). This commandment highlights the destructive nature of greed, which can lead to further sins and disrupt community harmony.<br> &#183; Proverbs frequently addresses the dangers of greed, emphasizing wisdom and righteousness over material gain. <a href="/proverbs/15-27.htm">Proverbs 15:27</a> states, "He who is greedy for unjust gain brings trouble on his household, but he who hates bribes will live" .<br><br>2. <b>New Testament Teachings:</b><br> &#183; Jesus warns against greed in the parable of the rich fool, where He says, "Watch out! Guard yourselves against every form of greed, for one&#8217;s life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions" (<a href="/luke/12-15.htm">Luke 12:15</a>). This teaching underscores the futility of amassing wealth without spiritual richness.<br> &#183; The Apostle Paul identifies greed as idolatry in <a href="/colossians/3-5.htm">Colossians 3:5</a>: "Put to death, therefore, the components of your earthly nature: sexual immorality, impurity, lust, evil desires, and greed, which is idolatry" . Here, greed is equated with idol worship, as it places material desires above God.<br><br>3. <b>Consequences of Greed:</b><br> &#183; Greed leads to spiritual decay and separation from God. In <a href="/1_timothy/6-9.htm">1 Timothy 6:9-10</a>, Paul warns, "Those who want to be rich, however, fall into temptation and become ensnared by many foolish and harmful desires that plunge them into ruin and destruction. For the love of money is the root of all kinds of evil" . This passage highlights the perilous path of greed, which can lead to moral and spiritual downfall.<br> &#183; The account of Achan in <a href="/bsb/joshua/7.htm">Joshua 7</a> illustrates the communal consequences of greed. Achan's covetous act of taking forbidden spoils led to Israel's defeat and his own destruction, demonstrating how greed can bring calamity not only to the individual but also to the community.<br><br>4. <b>Antidotes to Greed:</b><br> &#183; Contentment and generosity are presented as virtues that counteract greed. <a href="/hebrews/13-5.htm">Hebrews 13:5</a> advises, "Keep your lives free from the love of money and be content with what you have, for God has said: 'Never will I leave you, never will I forsake you'" . Trust in God's provision is essential for overcoming greed.<br> &#183; Acts of charity and selflessness are encouraged as means to cultivate a heart free from greed. In <a href="/1_timothy/6-17.htm">1 Timothy 6:17-19</a>, Paul instructs the wealthy to "do good, to be rich in good deeds, and to be generous and willing to share" , promoting a lifestyle that values eternal treasures over temporal wealth.<br><br><b>Historical and Theological Context:</b><br><br>Throughout church history, greed has been recognized as one of the seven deadly sins, reflecting its profound impact on the soul and society. Theological discussions often link greed to a lack of faith and a distorted view of God's sovereignty and goodness. The early church fathers, such as Augustine and Chrysostom, frequently admonished believers to pursue simplicity and charity, warning against the corrosive effects of avarice.<br><br><b>Practical Implications:</b><br><br>In contemporary Christian life, believers are called to examine their hearts for traces of greed and to cultivate a spirit of generosity and contentment. This involves a conscious effort to prioritize spiritual growth and community well-being over personal gain. By aligning one's desires with God's will, Christians can resist the temptations of greed and live in the freedom and abundance of God's grace.<a name="web" id="web"></a><div class="vheading2">Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary</div>(<I>n.</I>) An eager desire or longing; greediness; as, a greed of gain.<a name="grk" id="grk"></a><div class="vheading2">Greek</div><a href="/greek/3525.htm"><span class="l">3525. nepho -- to be sober, to abstain from wine</span></a> <br><b>...</b> not drunk), not intoxicated; (figuratively) free from illusion, ie from the<br> intoxicating influences of sin (like the impact of selfish passion, <b>greed</b>, etc.). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/3525.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/1387.htm"><span class="l">1387. dolioo -- to deceive</span></a> <br><b>...</b> 1387 (from 1388 , &quot;bait&quot;) -- properly, to lure, using to pull someone in; to deceive,<br> preying on people who are blinded by their own bitterness, <b>greed</b> or lust. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1387.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p><a href="/greek/335.htm"><span class="l">335. anaideia -- shamelessness</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Phonetic Spelling: (an-ah&#39;-ee-die-ah&#39;) Short Definition: shamelessness, shameless<br> persistence Definition: shamelessness, shameless persistence (eg in <b>greed</b>). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/335.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/4124.htm"><span class="l">4124. pleonexia -- advantage, covetousness</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Word Origin from pleonektes Definition advantage, covetousness NASB Word Usage<br> covetousness (1), deeds of coveting (1), <b>greed</b> (7), greediness (1). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/4124.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 7k</font><p><a href="/greek/724.htm"><span class="l">724. harpage -- pillage, plundering</span></a> <br><b>...</b> plundering; plunder, spoil, robbery. Cognate: 724 -- to plunder (pillage),<br> fueled by &quot; <b>greed</b>&quot; (, 1, 25.24). See 726 (). Word Origin from <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/724.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="heb" id="heb"></a><div class="vheading2">Strong's Hebrew</div><a href="/hebrew/973b.htm"><span class="l">973b. bachel -- to get by <b>greed</b></span></a><br><b>...</b> bachel. 974 . to get by <b>greed</b>. Transliteration: bachel Short Definition: gained.<br> Word Origin a prim. root Definition to get by <b>greed</b> NASB Word Usage gained (1 <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/973b.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 5k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/3284.htm"><span class="l">3284. yaanah -- perhaps <b>greed</b></span></a><br><b>...</b> 3283, 3284. yaanah. 3285 . perhaps <b>greed</b>. Transliteration: yaanah Phonetic<br> Spelling: (yah-an-aw&#39;) Short Definition: ostriches. Word Origin fem. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/3284.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><p> <a href="/hebrew/1942.htm"><span class="l">1942. havvah -- desire, chasm, destruction</span></a><br><b>...</b> desire, chasm, destruction NASB Word Usage calamities (1), calamity (1), craving<br> (1), deadly (1), desire (2), destruction (8), destructive (1), <b>greed</b> (1). <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/hebrew/1942.htm</font><font color="#ff6600" size="-1"> - 6k</font><a name="lib" id="lib"></a><div class="vheading2">Library</div><p><a href="/library/luther/a_treatise_on_good_works/thou_shalt_not_steal.htm"><span class="l">Thou Shalt not Steal.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> not only against theft and robbery, but against all stinting in temporal goods which<br> men may practise toward one another: such as <b>greed</b>, usury, overcharging <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../christianbookshelf.org/luther/a treatise on good works/thou shalt not steal.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_covetousness_is_the_greatest.htm"><span class="l">Whether Covetousness is the Greatest of Sins?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Now covetousness is most opposed to charity: for Augustine says (QQ[83], qu.36)<br> that &quot;<b>greed</b> is the bane of charity.&quot; Therefore covetousness is the greatest of <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether covetousness is the greatest.htm</font><p><a href="/library/stead/king_of_the_jews/chapter_iii_the_last_supper.htm"><span class="l">The Last Supper.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> CHAPTER III. THE LAST SUPPER. O Judas, art thou blinded quite By untamed <b>greed</b> of<br> gold and gear? And would thou sell thy master dear For base gain? <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/stead/king of the jews/chapter iii the last supper.htm</font><p><a href="/library/cassian/the_conferences_of_john_cassian/chapter_ix_that_love_not.htm"><span class="l">That Love not Only Makes Sons Out of Servants, but Also Bestows <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> and not on his own efforts, it has been vouchsafed to acquire this state, from the<br> condition of a servant, wherein is fear, and from a mercenary <b>greed</b> of hope <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../cassian/the conferences of john cassian/chapter ix that love not.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_treachery_fraud_falsehood_perjury.htm"><span class="l">Whether Treachery, Fraud, Falsehood, Perjury, Restlessness <b>...</b></span></a> <br><b>...</b> in Deut.) enumerates nine daughters of covetousness; which are &quot;lying, fraud, theft,<br> perjury, <b>greed</b> of filthy lucre, false witnessing, violence, inhumanity <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether treachery fraud falsehood perjury.htm</font><p><a href="/library/aquinas/summa_theologica/whether_only_the_sin_of.htm"><span class="l">Whether Only the Sin of Pride and Envy Can Exist in an Angel?</span></a> <br><b>...</b> Reply to Objection 2: Avarice, considered as a special kind of sin, is the immoderate<br> <b>greed</b> of temporal possessions which serve the use of human life, and <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether only the sin of.htm</font><p><a href="/library/kingsley/andromeda_and_other_poems/christmas_day.htm"><span class="l">Christmas Day</span></a> <br><b>...</b> save ease, no ill save pain, No purpose, save its share in that wild war In which,<br> through countless ages, living things Compete in internecine <b>greed</b>."Ah God <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/kingsley/andromeda and other poems/christmas day.htm</font><p><a href="/library/clement/the_instructor_paedagogus/chap_i_on_eating.htm"><span class="l">On Eating.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> In their <b>greed</b> and solicitude, the gluttons seem absolutely to sweep the<br> world with a drag-net to gratify their luxurious tastes. <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">//christianbookshelf.org/clement/the instructor paedagogus/chap i on eating.htm</font><p><a href="/library/ambrose/works_and_letters_of_st_ambrose/chapter_xxviii_a_community_rests.htm"><span class="l">A Community Rests Upon Justice and Good-Will. ...</span></a> <br><b>...</b> possession for all. Nature, therefore, has produced a common right for all,<br> but <b>greed</b> has made it a right for a few. Here, too, we <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../ambrose/works and letters of st ambrose/chapter xxviii a community rests.htm</font><p><a href="/library/edersheim/the_life_and_times_of_jesus_the_messiah/chapter_v_the_cleansing_of.htm"><span class="l">The Cleansing of the Temple - the Sign,&#39; which is not a Sign.</span></a> <br><b>...</b> qualified and appointed. Disputes might here arise, due to the ignorance<br> of the purchaser, or the <b>greed</b> of the examiner. A regularly <b>...</b> <br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/.../the life and times of jesus the messiah/chapter v the cleansing of.htm</font><a name="thes" id="thes"></a><div class="vheading2">Thesaurus</div><a href="/topical/g/greed.htm"><span class="l"><b>Greed</b> (19 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Noah Webster's Dictionary (n.) An eager desire or longing; greediness; as, a <b>greed</b><br> of gain. Multi-Version Concordance <b>Greed</b> (19 Occurrences). <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/greed.htm - 12k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/greedy.htm"><span class="l">Greedy (24 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> with any one bearing the name of &quot;brother,&quot; if he was addicted to fornication or<br> avarice or idol-worship or abusive language or hard-drinking or <b>greed</b> of gain. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/greedy.htm - 13k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/addicted.htm"><span class="l">Addicted (9 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> with any one bearing the name of &quot;brother,&quot; if he was addicted to fornication or<br> avarice or idol-worship or abusive language or hard-drinking or <b>greed</b> of gain. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/addicted.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/abusive.htm"><span class="l">Abusive (7 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> with any one bearing the name of &quot;brother,&quot; if he was addicted to fornication or<br> avarice or idol-worship or abusive language or hard-drinking or <b>greed</b> of gain. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/abusive.htm - 9k</font><p><a href="/topical/a/avarice.htm"><span class="l">Avarice (2 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (n.) An excessive desire of gain; <b>greed</b>; covetousness;<br> cupidity. 2. (n.) An inordinate desire for some supposed good. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/a/avarice.htm - 7k</font><p><a href="/topical/l/laban.htm"><span class="l">Laban (52 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> his mental inventory of the gifts bestowed by the visitor upon his sister (24:30),<br> has usually, and justly, been regarded as a proof of the same <b>greed</b> that is <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/l/laban.htm - 28k</font><p><a href="/topical/i/iscariot.htm"><span class="l">Iscariot (11 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Appointed keeper of the purse, he disregarded the warnings of Jesus concerning <b>greed</b><br> and hypocrisy (compare Matthew 6:20 Luke 12:1-3) and appropriated the <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/i/iscariot.htm - 25k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/gain.htm"><span class="l">Gain (142 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> with any one bearing the name of &quot;brother,&quot; if he was addicted to fornication or<br> avarice or idol-worship or abusive language or hard-drinking or <b>greed</b> of gain. <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/gain.htm - 39k</font><p><a href="/topical/g/greedily.htm"><span class="l">Greedily (7 Occurrences)</span></a><br><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/g/greedily.htm - 8k</font><p><a href="/topical/j/judas.htm"><span class="l">Judas (42 Occurrences)</span></a><br><b>...</b> Appointed keeper of the purse, he disregarded the warnings of Jesus concerning <b>greed</b><br> and hypocrisy (compare Matthew 6:20 Luke 12:1-3) and appropriated the <b>...</b><br><font color="#ff6600" size="-1">/j/judas.htm - 45k</font><p><a name="res" id="res"></a><div class="vheading2">Resources</div><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/Bible-greed.html">What does the Bible say about greed? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/capitalism-Bible.html">What does the Bible say about capitalism? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://www.gotquestions.org/capital-sins.html">What are capital sins? &#124; GotQuestions.org</a><br /><br /><a href="https://clyx.com/term/greed.htm">Greed: Dictionary and Thesaurus &#124; Clyx.com</a><br /><br /><a href="/concordance/">Bible Concordance</a> &#8226; <a href="/dictionary/">Bible Dictionary</a> &#8226; <a href="/encyclopedia/">Bible Encyclopedia</a> &#8226; <a href="/topical/">Topical Bible</a> &#8226; <a href="/thesaurus/">Bible Thesuarus</a></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="cnc" id="cnc"></a><div class="vheading2">Concordance</div><span class="encheading">Greed (19 Occurrences)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/matthew/23-25.htm">Matthew 23:25</a></span><br />"Alas for you, Scribes and Pharisees, hypocrites, for you wash clean the outside of the cup or dish, while within they are full of <span class="boldtext">greed</span> and self-indulgence.<br /><span class="source">(WEY NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/luke/11-39.htm">Luke 11:39</a></span><br />The Master however said to him, "Here we see how you Pharisees clean the outside of the cup or plate, while your secret hearts are full of <span class="boldtext">greed</span> and selfishness.<br /><span class="source">(WEY NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/luke/12-15.htm">Luke 12:15</a></span><br />He said to them, "Beware! Keep yourselves from covetousness, for a man's life doesn't consist of the abundance of the things which he possesses."<br /><span class="source">(See NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/romans/1-29.htm">Romans 1:29</a></span><br />Their hearts overflowed with all sorts of dishonesty, mischief, <span class="boldtext">greed</span>, malice. They were full of envy and murder, and were quarrelsome, crafty, and spiteful.<br /><span class="source">(WEY NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_corinthians/5-11.htm">1 Corinthians 5:11</a></span><br />But what I meant was that you were not to associate with any one bearing the name of "brother," if he was addicted to fornication or avarice or idol-worship or abusive language or hard-drinking or <span class="boldtext">greed</span> of gain. With such a man you ought not even to eat.<br /><span class="source">(WEY RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_corinthians/6-10.htm">1 Corinthians 6:10</a></span><br />nor theives, nor avaricious people, nor any who are addicted to hard drinking, to abusive language or to <span class="boldtext">greed</span> of gain, will inherit God's Kingdom.<br /><span class="source">(WEY RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/ephesians/5-3.htm">Ephesians 5:3</a></span><br />But sexual immorality, and all uncleanness, or covetousness, let it not even be mentioned among you, as becomes saints;<br /><span class="source">(See NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/colossians/3-5.htm">Colossians 3:5</a></span><br />Therefore put to death your earthward inclinations--fornication, impurity, sensual passion, unholy desire, and all <span class="boldtext">greed</span>, for that is a form of idolatry.<br /><span class="source">(WEY NAS NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_thessalonians/2-5.htm">1 Thessalonians 2:5</a></span><br />For neither were we at any time found using words of flattery, as you know, nor a cloak of covetousness (God is witness),<br /><span class="source">(See NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/1_timothy/6-10.htm">1 Timothy 6:10</a></span><br />For the love of money is a root of all kinds of evil. Some have been led astray from the faith in their <span class="boldtext">greed</span>, and have pierced themselves through with many sorrows.<br /><span class="source">(WEB)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_peter/2-3.htm">2 Peter 2:3</a></span><br />In covetousness they will exploit you with deceptive words: whose sentence now from of old doesn't linger, and their destruction will not slumber.<br /><span class="source">(See NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/2_peter/2-14.htm">2 Peter 2:14</a></span><br />having eyes full of adultery, and who can't cease from sin; enticing unsettled souls; having a heart trained in <span class="boldtext">greed</span>; children of cursing;<br /><span class="source">(WEB WEY NAS RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/job/20-20.htm">Job 20:20</a></span><br />Because he knew no quietness within him, He shall not save aught of that wherein he delighteth. <br /><span class="source">(See JPS RSV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/psalms/41-2.htm">Psalms 41:2</a></span><br />Jehovah will preserve him, and keep him alive, And he shall be blessed upon the earth; And deliver not thou him unto the will of his enemies. <br /><span class="source">(See JPS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/proverbs/11-6.htm">Proverbs 11:6</a></span><br />The righteousness of the upright shall deliver them: but transgressors shall be taken in their own naughtiness. <br /><span class="source">(See NAS)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/isaiah/57-17.htm">Isaiah 57:17</a></span><br />I was quickly angry with his evil ways, and sent punishment on him, veiling my face in wrath: and he went on, turning his heart from me.<br /><span class="source">(See NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/ezekiel/16-27.htm">Ezekiel 16:27</a></span><br />See therefore, I have stretched out my hand over you, and have diminished your ordinary food, and delivered you to the will of those who hate you, the daughters of the Philistines, who are ashamed of your lewd way.<br /><span class="source">(See RSV NIV)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/micah/7-3.htm">Micah 7:3</a></span><br />Both hands are for evil, to do it well. The prince asketh, and the judge is there for a reward; and the great man uttereth his soul's <span class="boldtext">greed</span>: and together they combine it.<br /><span class="source">(DBY)</span><p><span class="rtext"><a href="/habakkuk/2-5.htm">Habakkuk 2:5</a></span><br />Yes, moreover, wine is treacherous. 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