5 occurrences in 9 translations

'Eager' in the Bible

And in this they became a warning to us, to teach us not to be eager, as they were eager, in pursuit of what is evil.

Verse ConceptsExamples, Purpose OfForeshadowingPast, TheRebellion, Of IsraelExample Of BelieversEverything Happening For A Reason

Therefore, my brothers, be eager to prophesy, and do not forbid speaking in other languages.

Verse ConceptsEnthusiasmSpiritual Gifts, Warnings AboutProphesying In The Church

Bible Theasaurus

Ardent (11 instances)
Breathless (3 instances)
Burning (455 instances)
Eager (70 instances)
Earnest (41 instances)
Enrage (3 instances)
Fervent (12 instances)
Forward (296 instances)
Impatient (11 instances)
Zealous (49 instances)

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