Letter: Bible portrays pride as an evil thing

Posted 6/19/23

To the editor:

I strongly disagree with a point the author of the story made (“Respond to hate — never ignore it,” June 15 editorial).  

In particular, the phrase …

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Letter: Bible portrays pride as an evil thing

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To the editor:

I strongly disagree with a point the author of the story made (“Respond to hate — never ignore it,” June 15 editorial). 

In particular, the phrase “unfortunate sentiments” to describe God’s word. Proverbs 8:13, Proverbs 16:18, along with many other passages from the Bible, portray pride as an evil thing.

Perhaps, the vandal was trying to warn the people of their oversight. We are to give glory to God not puff ourselves up with pride. Amen.

Ken Joaquin 

26 Foxboro Ave.

Portsmouth

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