Resist The Devil And He Will Flee From You

The phrase "Resist the devil and he will flee from you" is a well-known biblical quotation derived from James 4:7 in the New Testament. It is often interpreted as an exhortation to stand firm against temptation and evil influences, with the promise that such resistance will lead to the retreat of these negative forces. The Hebrew translation of this phrase is "התנגד לשטן והוא יברח ממך" (Hitaneged LaSatan VeHu Yibra'akh Mimkha). In Greek, the original language of the New Testament, it is "ἀντιστῆτε τῷ διαβόλῳ καὶ φεύξεται ἀφ' ὑμῶν" (Antistēte tō diabolō kai pheuxeitai aph' hymōn). This verse is often cited in discussions about spiritual warfare, personal morality, and the power of faith. It is part of a broader passage in the Epistle of James that addresses the importance of submission to God, resistance to evil, and the pursuit of righteousness. The phrase has been widely used in Christian teachings, literature, and sermons to encourage believers to maintain their faith and moral integrity in the face of adversity.