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What does the Bible say about God's jealousy?

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The Bible portrays God's jealousy as an expression of His rightful claim to glory, asserting that He will not share His glory with another.

In scripture, God's jealousy is not a sinful jealousy but rather an attribute that highlights His entitlement to glory due to His perfection and sovereignty. As stated in Isaiah and reiterated in various passages, God is described as deserving of all honor and recognition. He declares that He will not give His glory to another, emphasizing that all glory originates from Him and is due to Him alone. His jealousy stems from His nature as the ultimate source of goodness and truth, making His claims for glory entirely righteous and justified.
Scripture References: Isaiah 42:8, Psalm 29:2, Exodus 34:14, Joel 2:18, Exodus 20:5, Nahum 1:2, Deuteronomy 32:16, Exodus 20:1-5, Exodus 34:10-17, Zechariah 8:2, Nahum 1:2; Exodus 34:14; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20

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