A curse of ill will and benevolence The idea of a curse seems to be something out of folklore and fairy tales, an ancient belief that an individual or group can be stricken with bad luck or misfortune. However, in reality, curses exist in many forms, often disguised as acts of ill will or benevolence. Ill will, or malicious intentions, can be seen as a curse in itself. When someone deliberately wishes harm upon another, whether through spoken words or actions, it can create a negative energy that permeates through both individuals. This curse of ill will can manifest in various ways, such as strained relationships, personal setbacks, or even physical ailments. It is a result of the negative energy that is cultivated through thoughts and actions rooted in hatred or envy.
Young's Literal Translation
And I bless those blessing thee, and him who is disesteeming thee I curse, and blessed in thee have been all families of the ground.'
Majority Standard Bible I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you. An yo want that person whatevah limb yo want that person tuh lose when yo cut this branch offa this tree, yo mention de limb that chew want em tuh lose, if it s the right laig or the right arm.
It is a result of the negative energy that is cultivated through thoughts and actions rooted in hatred or envy. On the other hand, the curse of benevolence may seem paradoxical, as it is often associated with acts of kindness and goodwill. However, when these acts are performed with ulterior motives or expectations of reciprocity, they can become a curse in disguise.
A curse of ill will and benevolence
New International Version
I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you I will curse; and all peoples on earth will be blessed through you.”
New Living Translation
I will bless those who bless you and curse those who treat you with contempt. All the families on earth will be blessed through you.”
English Standard Version
I will bless those who bless you, and him who dishonors you I will curse, and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”
Berean Standard Bible
I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”
King James Bible
And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
New King James Version
I will bless those who bless you, And I will curse him who curses you; And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”
New American Standard Bible
And I will bless those who bless you, And the one who curses you I will curse. And in you all the families of the earth will be blessed.”
NASB 1995
And I will bless those who bless you, And the one who curses you I will curse. And in you all the families of the earth will be blessed.”
NASB 1977
And I will bless those who bless you, And the one who curses you I will curse. And in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”
Legacy Standard Bible
And I will bless those who bless you, And the one who curses you I will curse. And in you all the families of the earth will be blessed.”
Amplified Bible
And I will bless (do good for, benefit) those who bless you, And I will curse [that is, subject to My wrath and judgment] the one who curses (despises, dishonors, has contempt for) you. And in you all the families (nations) of the earth will be blessed.”
Christian Standard Bible
I will bless those who bless you, I will curse anyone who treats you with contempt, and all the peoples on earth will be blessed through you.
Holman Christian Standard Bible
I will bless those who bless you, I will curse those who treat you with contempt, and all the peoples on earth will be blessed through you.
American Standard Version
and I will bless them that bless thee, and him that curseth thee will I curse: and in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed.
Aramaic Bible in Plain English
And I shall bless those blessing you, and those cursing you I shall curse, and in you and in your seed all the generations of the Earth shall be blessed.”
Brenton Septuagint Translation
And I will bless those that bless thee, and curse those that curse thee, and in thee shall all the tribes of the earth be blessed.
Contemporary English Version
I will bless those who bless you, but I will put a curse on anyone who puts a curse on you. Everyone on earth will be blessed because of you.
Douay-Rheims Bible
I will bless them that bless thee, and curse them that curse thee, and IN THEE shall all the kindred of the earth be blessed:
English Revised Version
and I will bless them that bless thee, and him that curseth thee will I curse: and in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed.
GOD'S WORD® Translation
I will bless those who bless you, and whoever curses you, I will curse. Through you every family on earth will be blessed."
Good News Translation
I will bless those who bless you, But I will curse those who curse you. And through you I will bless all the nations."
International Standard Version
I'll bless those who bless you, but I'll curse the one who curses you, and through you all the people of the earth will be blessed."
JPS Tanakh 1917
And I will bless them that bless thee, and him that curseth thee will I curse; and in thee shall all the families of the earth be blessed.'
Literal Standard Version
And I bless those blessing you, and I curse him who is cursing you, and all families of the ground have been blessed in you.”
Majority Standard Bible
I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”
New American Bible
I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you. All the families of the earth will find blessing in you.
NET Bible
I will bless those who bless you, but the one who treats you lightly I must curse, and all the families of the earth will bless one another by your name."
New Revised Standard Version
I will bless those who bless you, and the one who curses you I will curse; and in you all the families of the earth shall be blessed.”
New Heart English Bible
And I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse those who treat you with contempt, and through you all the families of the earth will be blessed."
Webster's Bible Translation
And I will bless them that bless thee, and curse him that curseth thee: and in thee shall all families of the earth be blessed.
World English Bible
I will bless those who bless you, and I will curse him who treats you with contempt. All the families of the earth will be blessed through you.”
Young's Literal Translation
And I bless those blessing thee, and him who is disesteeming thee I curse, and blessed in thee have been all families of the ground.'
The Calling of Abram
… 2 I will make you into a great nation, and I will bless you; I will make your name great, so that you will be a blessing. 3 I will bless those who bless you and curse those who curse you; and all the families of the earth will be blessed through you.” 4 So Abram departed, as the LORD had directed him, and Lot went with him. Abram was seventy-five years old when he left Haran.…
Luke 24:27
And beginning with Moses and all the Prophets, He explained to them what was written in all the Scriptures about Himself.
Acts 3:25
And you are sons of the prophets and of the covenant God made with your fathers when He said to Abraham, 'Through your offspring all the families of the earth will be blessed.'
Galatians 3:8
The Scripture foresaw that God would justify the Gentiles by faith, and foretold the gospel to Abraham: "All nations will be blessed through you."
Genesis 18:18
Abraham will surely become a great and powerful nation, and through him all the nations of the earth will be blessed.
Genesis 18:19
For I have chosen him, so that he will command his children and his household after him to keep the way of the LORD by doing what is right and just, in order that the LORD may bring upon Abraham what He has promised."
Genesis 22:18
And through your offspring all nations of the earth will be blessed, because you have obeyed My voice."
Genesis 24:35
"The LORD has greatly blessed my master, and he has become rich. He has given him sheep and cattle, silver and gold, menservants and maidservants, camels and donkeys.
And I will bless them that bless you, and curse him that curses you: and in you shall all families of the earth be blessed.
Genesis 27:29 Let people serve thee, and nations bow down to thee: be lord over thy brethren, and let thy mother's sons bow down to thee: cursed be every one that curseth thee, and blessed be he that blesseth thee.
Exodus 23:22 But if thou shalt indeed obey his voice, and do all that I speak; then I will be an enemy unto thine enemies, and an adversary unto thine adversaries.
Numbers 24:9 He couched, he lay down as a lion, and as a great lion: who shall stir him up? Blessed is he that blesseth thee, and cursed is he that curseth thee.
Genesis 18:18 Seeing that Abraham shall surely become a great and mighty nation, and all the nations of the earth shall be blessed in him?
Genesis 22:18 And in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed; because thou hast obeyed my voice.
Genesis 26:4 And I will make thy seed to multiply as the stars of heaven, and will give unto thy seed all these countries; and in thy seed shall all the nations of the earth be blessed;
13 Let his posterity be cut off; and in the generation following let their name be blotted out.
Benevolence borne out of the desire for personal gain or recognition can lead to feelings of resentment, disappointment, and even exploitation. It distorts the intention behind the act and taints the overall energy of the connection. Both the curse of ill will and benevolence stem from a lack of authenticity and genuine connection. Whether it is harboring ill intentions or expecting something in return for acts of kindness, these curses arise from a state of imbalance and disingenuousness. They prevent individuals from experiencing true human connection and hinder personal growth and fulfillment. To break these curses, it is essential to cultivate a sense of self-awareness and mindfulness. By examining our intentions and reflecting on our actions, we can identify any hidden negativity or ulterior motives. It is crucial to treat others with love, respect, and genuine kindness, without expecting anything in return. Similarly, we must learn to protect ourselves from ill will by surrounding ourselves with positive energy and setting healthy boundaries. In conclusion, the curse of ill will and benevolence is not something supernatural but rather a manifestation of negative energy and disingenuous intentions. To break this curse, we must strive for authenticity, self-awareness, and genuine human connection. Only then can we break free from these curses and truly experience the beauty and fulfillment that life has to offer..
Reviews for "The Role of Society in Fostering the Curse of Ill Will: Promoting Benevolence for Long-lasting Change"
1. Samantha - 2 stars:
I found "A Curse of Ill Will and Benevolence" to be quite disappointing. The story was slow and confusing, with a convoluted plot that seemed to go nowhere. The characters were underdeveloped and lacked depth, making it hard to connect with any of them. Additionally, the writing style was overly complex, with excessive use of metaphors and descriptive language that only served to further confuse the reader. Overall, I was left feeling unsatisfied and frustrated by this book.
2. John - 1 star:
I regret picking up "A Curse of Ill Will and Benevolence". The story was confusing and disjointed, with multiple plotlines that never seemed to converge. The characters were unlikable and lacked any real motivation or development. The writing style was overly pretentious, with long, rambling sentences that made it difficult to follow the narrative. I struggled to get through this book and ultimately felt like I wasted my time.
3. Emily - 2 stars:
I was disappointed with "A Curse of Ill Will and Benevolence". The pacing of the story was incredibly slow, with nothing of significance happening until the last few chapters. The characters were one-dimensional and lacked any real depth or personality. The dialogue was stilted and unrealistic, making it hard to engage with the story. Overall, I found this book to be a tedious and unenjoyable read.
4. Michael - 2 stars:
I had high hopes for "A Curse of Ill Will and Benevolence" but was ultimately let down. The plot was convoluted and filled with unnecessary twists and turns that only served to confuse the reader. The characters were uninteresting and lacked any real development, making it hard to invest in their stories. The writing style was overly flowery and self-indulgent, with long passages of descriptive language that detracted from the overall narrative. Unfortunately, this book did not live up to its potential and left me feeling underwhelmed.