Bible Dictionaries
Covetousness
Easton's Bible Dictionary
A strong desire after the possession of worldly things (Colossians 3:5; Ephesians 5:5; Hebrews 13:5; 1 Timothy 6:9,10; Matthew 6:20 ). It assumes sometimes the more aggravated form of avarice, which is the mark of cold-hearted worldliness. Copyright Statement
These dictionary topics are from M.G. Easton M.A., D.D., Illustrated Bible Dictionary, Third Edition, published by Thomas Nelson, 1897. Public Domain.
Bibliography Information
Easton, Matthew George. Entry for 'Covetousness'. Easton's Bible Dictionary. https://www.studylight.org/​dictionaries/​eng/​ebd/​c/covetousness.html. 1897.