My Jealous God

    November 3, 2024

a. Share an experience in which being jealous was beneficial for you.
Jealousy is not a feeling that I have experienced in the last twenty years. I felt jealous as a young woman of other women as I felt unworthy of the love of my partner. I have found peace and love within myself and no longer experience jealousy. I never had a beneficial experience due to jealousy.
a. Contrast the English definition and the Hebrew definition of the word “jealous.
The English definition of jealousy refers to the fear of losing something or someone to a rival and feelings of resentment and insecurity (Oxford Dictionary).
In Hebrew, jealousy refers to intense desire or longing, particularly in the context of wanting what someone else has, such as possessions, status, or relationships. It can also imply a protective instinct over something or someone considered valuable (Bentorah, 2019).
While both definitions involve a sense of desire and rivalry, the Hebrew perspective emphasizes a broader emotional spectrum, including protective elements, whereas the English definition focuses more on insecurity and fear of loss.
Jealousy is viewed negatively; understanding its roots and addressing it positively can lead to personal growth and stronger relationships.
Bentorah, C (2019) Hebrew Word Study- Jealousy

HEBREW WORD STUDY – JEALOUSY

Oxford Dictionary, definition of jealous
https://www.oxfordlearnersdictionaries.com/us/definition/american_english/jealous
Alea
An experience when being jealous was beneficial was once when I was at work. I noticed my coworker had excel beyond meeting our weekly goal. That made me reflect and think what could I do to improve my abilities. It pushed me to overcome hurdles and meet goals quickly and efficiently. Sometimes it can drive you to have more personal growth. When you are able to reflect and make improvements it can lead to success and achievement. Reflecting and trying your best can bring positive results it can potentially help make connections and fuel you to meet goals.
In English definition jealous means to be envious of someone (dictionary, 2024). In Hebrew it can expresses passion, commitment and loyalty (bible study tools, 2024). I think this version is more of a positive version the way it is represented to mean commitment and passion. Comparing the two I think the English definition is more focused on resenting someone or wanting to achieve something someone else has while the Hebrew expression of jealousy is more about commitment.
(2024). Retrieved from https://www.dictionary.com/
(2024). Retrieved from https://www.biblestudytools.com/dictionary/jealousy/

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