All Things Catholic with Dr. Edward Sri The Bible Commands us to "Be Angry"?
Sep 2, 2025
Dive into the complex nature of anger as Dr. Sri examines its place in our lives. Discover the concept of righteous anger, a powerful tool for justice and harmony. Learn how to navigate the thin line between constructive anger and its destructive counterpart. This discussion encourages listeners to harness their emotions to foster better relationships and address societal injustices effectively.
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Anger Can Be Righteous
- Anger is a passion God gave us and the Bible commands "be angry, but do not sin."
- Anger is neutral and can be used for good when aimed at justice and repair.
Anger As Desire For Justice
- Anger is the passion of desire for justice that motivates us to set things right.
- Used rightly it restores harmony; used wrongly it brings harm and fragmentation.
Workplace Unjust Rumors Example
- Sri describes a coworker spreading false narratives about a colleague to illustrate anger's motivating force.
- That anger can prompt comforting the victim, confronting the liar, or alerting the boss.