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# wrath, fury
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## Definition:
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Wrath is an intense anger that is sometimes long-lasting. The Bible describes both people and God as experiencing intense anger. When speaking about God’s “wrath,” make sure the word or phrase used to translate this term does not refer to a sinful fit of rage (which might be true of a human person).
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* In the Bible, “wrath” often refers to God’s righteous judgment of sin and punishment of people who rebel against him.
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* The “wrath of God” can also refer to his judgment and punishment for sin.
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* God’s wrath is the righteous penalty for those who do not repent of their sin.
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## Translation Suggestions:
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* Depending on the context, other ways this term could be translated include “intense anger” or “righteous judgment” or “anger.”
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* God’s wrath is just and holy. When talking about God’s wrath, make sure the word or phrase used to translate this term does not refer to a sinful human rage.
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(See also: [judge](../kt/judge.md), [sin](../kt/sin.md))
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## Bible References:
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* [1 Thessalonians 1:8-10](rc://en/tn/help/1th/01/08)
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* [1 Timothy 2:8-10](rc://en/tn/help/1ti/02/08)
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* [Luke 3:7](rc://en/tn/help/luk/03/7)
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* [Luke 21:23](rc://en/tn/help/luk/21/23)
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* [Matthew 3:7](rc://en/tn/help/mat/03/07)
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* [Revelation 14:10](rc://en/tn/help/rev/14/10)
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* [Romans 1:18](rc://en/tn/help/rom/01/18)
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* [Romans 5:9](rc://en/tn/help/rom/05/09)
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## Word Data:
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* Strong’s: H0639, H2197, H2528, H2534, H2740, H3707, H3708, H5678, H7107, H7109, H7110, H7265, H7267, G2372, G3709, G3949, G3950
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