meekness
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Meekness, he said, “enables us to set aside everything that divides and estranges us, and to find ever new ways to advance along the path of unity.”
From Seattle Times • Nov. 1, 2016
Meekness pervaded Villa and they seemed unable to muster a threat as the match ticked towards its conclusion.
From The Guardian • Jan. 25, 2013
Meekness, gentleness, long-suffering, faith, patience, are all mentioned in the Word of God as fruits of the Spirit.
From Practical Religion Being Plain Papers on the Daily Duties, Experience, Dangers, and Privileges of Professing Christians by Ryle, John Charles
Let me advise thy Brethren, the Clergy, in all Charity and Meekness, to begin the great Work themselves.
From Modest Remarks upon the Bishop of London's Letter Concerning the Late Earthquakes by Anonymous
Meekness therefore, and a long Habit of Submission, is often accompanied by a want of Resolution, even where Resolution is commendable.
From Remarks on Clarissa (1749) by Fielding, Sarah
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