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The term "mild" is often associated with gentleness, humility, and a calm demeanor, qualities that are highly esteemed in the biblical context. While the specific word "mild" may not frequently appear in the Berean Standard Bible, the concept is woven throughout Scripture, particularly in descriptions of godly character and behavior.

Biblical References and Context

1. Jesus Christ as the Epitome of Mildness: Jesus is the ultimate example of mildness. In Matthew 11:29 , Jesus invites His followers to "Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me; for I am gentle and humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls." Here, the term "gentle" can be understood as synonymous with mild, highlighting Jesus' approachability and compassionate nature.

2. The Fruit of the Spirit: Mildness is closely related to the fruit of the Spirit, particularly gentleness. Galatians 5:22-23 lists the fruit of the Spirit, which includes "love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." These attributes reflect a life transformed by the Holy Spirit, where mildness is evident in one's interactions with others.

3. Wisdom from Above: James 3:17 describes the wisdom that comes from heaven as "first of all pure, then peaceable, gentle, accommodating, full of mercy and good fruit, impartial, and sincere." The term "gentle" here aligns with the concept of mildness, suggesting that true wisdom is characterized by a gentle and accommodating spirit.

4. The Beatitudes: In the Sermon on the Mount, Jesus pronounces blessings on those who exhibit mildness. Matthew 5:5 states, "Blessed are the meek, for they will inherit the earth." The term "meek" is often understood as mild or gentle, indicating a strength under control and a humble reliance on God.

5. Apostolic Exhortations: The apostles frequently encouraged believers to adopt a mild demeanor. In Ephesians 4:2 , Paul urges, "Be completely humble and gentle; be patient, bearing with one another in love." Similarly, in Colossians 3:12 , believers are instructed to "clothe yourselves with compassion, kindness, humility, gentleness, and patience."

Theological Significance

Mildness is not merely a passive trait but an active expression of strength under control. It reflects a heart transformed by the grace of God, manifesting in a gentle and humble spirit. This quality is essential for maintaining unity within the body of Christ and for effective witness to the world. Mildness, as demonstrated by Jesus and encouraged by the apostles, is a vital component of Christian character, enabling believers to navigate relationships and conflicts with grace and humility.

Practical Application

In practical terms, cultivating a mild spirit involves a conscious effort to respond to others with gentleness and humility, even in challenging situations. It requires reliance on the Holy Spirit to produce this fruit in one's life, as well as a commitment to follow the example of Christ. By embodying mildness, believers can reflect the love and character of God, drawing others to the peace and rest found in Him.
Webster's Revised Unabridged Dictionary
(superl.) Gentle; pleasant; kind; soft; bland; clement; hence, moderate in degree or quality; -- the opposite of harsh, severe, irritating, violent, disagreeable, etc.; -- applied to persons and things; as, a mild disposition; a mild eye; a mild air; a mild medicine; a mild insanity.
Greek
2261. epios -- gentle, mild
... gentle, mild. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: epios Phonetic Spelling:
(ay'-pee-os) Short Definition: placid, gentle Definition: placid, gentle, mild ...
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4239. praus -- meekness
... meekness. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: praus Phonetic Spelling:
(prah-ooce') Short Definition: mild, gentle Definition: mild, gentle. ...
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1933. epieikes -- seemly, equitable, yielding
... equitable, yielding. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: epieikes Phonetic
Spelling: (ep-ee-i-kace') Short Definition: gentle, mild, forbearing, fair ...
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4235. praos -- meek.
... meek. Part of Speech: Adjective Transliteration: praos Phonetic Spelling:
(prah'-os) Short Definition: mild, gentle Definition: mild, gentle, meek, kind. ...
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3559. nouthesia -- admonition
... admonition. From nous and a derivative of tithemi; calling attention to, ie (by
implication) mild rebuke or warning -- admonition. see GREEK nous. ...
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Library

Sevens. "Gentle Jesu, Meek and Mild. "
... Hymn 38. Sevens. "Gentle Jesu, Meek and Mild.". Gentle Jesu, meek and mild, Look
upon a little child; Pity my simplicity, Suffer me to come to thee. ...
/.../hymn 38 sevens gentle jesu.htm

"Gentle Jesu, Meek and Mild. "
... Sevens. "Gentle Jesu, meek and mild.". Nwah kah de ze yun Je sus Ke te mah gah buh
me shin; Ah noo uh gah she e yon Mah noo ke guh naun ze koon. ...
/.../nuhguhmoowin 38 sevens gentle jesu.htm

Fragment ii. These Opinions, Florinus, that I May Speak in Mild ...
... Fragment II. These opinions, Florinus, that I may speak in mild terms?
These [4798] opinions, Florinus, that I may speak in mild ...
/.../fragment ii these opinions florinus.htm

Then the Lord Jesus, the Saviour of All, Affectionate and Most ...
... Part II."Christ's Descent into Hell. Latin. Second Version. Chapter 9 (25). Then
the Lord Jesus, the Saviour of all, affectionate and most mild? ...
/.../unknown/the gospel of nicodemus /chapter 9 25 then the.htm

"Where Our Lord Appeareth, Peace is Taken, and Wrath Hath. No ...
... For He that wasteth and destroyeth our wrath and maketh us meek and mild,"it behoveth
needs to be that He [Himself] be ever one in love, meek and mild: which ...
/.../julian/revelations of divine love/chapter xlix where our lord.htm

Gentleness.
... God finds a man that is rough, harsh, and severe in his make-up, He will, if the
man will yield to the operation of the Holy Spirit, make him mild, gentle, and ...
//christianbookshelf.org/orr/how to live a holy life/gentleness.htm

How Herod Slew Hyrcanus and Then Hasted Away to Caesar, and ...
... 2. While Herod had these things in his mind, there was a certain occasion afforded
him: for Hyrcanus was of so mild a temper, both then and at other times ...
/.../josephus/the antiquities of the jews/chapter 6 how herod slew.htm

Who are Christ's Lambs.
... Christianity in its nature is meek and mild. ... Young Christians are, therefore,
beautifully spoken of as lambs, whose nature is mild and gentle. ...
/.../orr/food for the lambs or helps for young christians/who are christs lambs.htm

St. Justin Martyr (Ad 166)
... It was, therefore, a great relief when the Emperor Antoninus Pius (AD 138 to 161),
who was a mild and gentle old man, ordered that governors and magistrates ...
/.../chapter iii st justin martyr.htm

To Brother Raimondo of Capua at Avignon
... A holy man of considerable learning, Fra Raimondo was also of mild disposition,
much inclined to sigh over dangers and blench before exposure. ...
/.../benincasa/letters of catherine benincasa/to brother raimondo of capua 2.htm

Thesaurus
Mild (2 Occurrences)
... in degree or quality; -- the opposite of harsh, severe, irritating, violent,
disagreeable, etc.; -- applied to persons and things; as, a mild disposition; a ...
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Clement (1 Occurrence)
...Mild, a Christian of Philippi, Paul's "fellow-labourer," whose name he mentions
as "in the book of life" (Philippians 4:3). It was an opinion of ancient ...
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Gentleness (17 Occurrences)
... (n.) The quality or state of being gentle, well-born, mild, benevolent, docile,
etc.; gentility; softness of manners, disposition, etc.; mildness. Int. ...
/g/gentleness.htm - 13k

Melt (33 Occurrences)
... 3. (v.) Hence: To soften, as by a warming or kindly influence; to relax; to render
gentle or susceptible to mild influences; sometimes, in a bad sense, to take ...
/m/melt.htm - 17k

Sweet (147 Occurrences)
... singer. 4. (superl.) Pleasing to the eye; beautiful; mild and attractive;
fair; as, a sweet face; a sweet color or complexion. 5 ...
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Milcom (8 Occurrences)

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Mildew (26 Occurrences)

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Quiet (167 Occurrences)
... quiet conscience. 4. (a.) Not giving offense; not exciting disorder or trouble;
not turbulent; gentle; mild; meek; contented. 5. (a ...
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Kindly (57 Occurrences)
... affections, words, acts, etc. 3. (n.) Favorable; mild; gentle; auspicious;
beneficent. 4. (adv.) Naturally; fitly. 5. (adv.) In ...
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Uniformly (2 Occurrences)
... (adv.) In a uniform manner; without variation or diversity; by a regular, constant,
or common ratio of change; with even tenor; as, a temper uniformly mild. ...
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Mild (2 Occurrences)

1 Timothy 3:3
not given to excesses from wine, not a striker, but mild, not addicted to contention, not fond of money,
(DBY)

Titus 3:2
to speak evil of no one, not to be contentious, to be mild, shewing all meekness towards all men.
(DBY)

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