Envy

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A resentful longing for what others possess, considered one of the most destructive sins. Proverbs 14:30 warns, 'A heart at peace gives life to the body, but envy rots the bones.' The tenth commandment addresses envy at its root: 'You shall not covet' (Exodus 20:17). Envy motivated Joseph's brothers to sell him into slavery (Genesis 37:11), Korah's rebellion against Moses (Numbers 16), and the religious leaders' opposition to Jesus (Matthew 27:18). Galatians 5:21 lists envy among the works of the flesh. The antidote is found in Philippians 4:11-13 — learning contentment through Christ who strengthens us.

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