Covetousness

Definition

The passion of acquiring possessions for the enjoyment of earthly goods; Christ warns that one’s life does not consist in the abundance of things possessed.

Episodes

Biblical References

  • Luke 12:13-21 — Then someone from the crowd said to him, “Teacher, tell my brother to divide the inheritance with me.” But Jesus said to him, “Man, who made me a judge or arbitrator between you two?” Then he said to them, “Watch out…