Shame

Definition

A feeling of inadequacy before others with whom one shares norms and qualities, arising when one fails to meet those norms; it can be true or false.

Episodes

Biblical References

  • Gen. 2:25 — *The man and his wife were both naked, but they were not ashamed. *
  • Ps. 44:16; Jer. 12:13; Hos. 10:6; Isa. 20:5; Ps. 43:8; Jer. 48:39 — before the vindictive enemy who ridicules and insults me. My people will sow wheat, but will harvest weeds. They will work until they are exhausted, but will get nothing from it. They will be disappointed in their…
  • Ps. 21:6; Ps. 30:18 — For you grant him lasting blessings; you give him great joy by allowing him into your presence. A psalm, a song used at the dedication of the temple; by David. I will praise you, O Lord, for you lifted me up and did…
  • Jer. 15:9 — The mother who had seven children will grow faint. All the breath will go out of her. Her pride and joy will be taken from her in the prime of their life. It will seem as if the sun had set while it was still day. She…
  • Ps. 34:4; Ps. 70:13; Matt. 21:37; Mark 12:6; Luke 20:13 — I sought the Lord’s help and he answered me; he delivered me from all my fears. For the music director, by David; written to get God’s attention. O God, please be willing to rescue me. O Lord, hurry and help me.…
  • 1 Tim. 2:9 — *Likewise the women are to dress in suitable apparel, with modesty and self-control. Their adornment must not be with braided hair and gold or pearls or expensive clothing, *