Clement on Envy

Chapters four to six then try to set the sin of envy present in the church in a wider context. Envy is seen at the heart of many of the stories in the OT, starting with Cain and Abel, Jacob and Esau, Moses and ending with Saul's hatred of David.

Envy is also seen at the heart of the persecution of Christians. A real eulogy follows for Peter and Paul, especially the latter, showing the high regard with which they were held, and other martyrs are also remembered.

It would be interesting to reflect on how envy is so often a motivator on our own behaviour. Often hidden or spiritualised, but nonetheless an ugly presence.