<P> Though traditionally discussed as nine attributes of the Fruit of the Spirit , the original Greek term translated as `` fruit '' is singular . Aquinas explained , `` Consequently fruit is mentioned there in the singular , on account of its being generically one , though divided into many species which are spoken of as so many fruits . '' Augustine 's commentary on Galatians 5 : 25 - 26 , says , `` the Apostle had no intention of teaching us how many ( either works of the flesh , or fruits of the Spirit ) there are ; but to show how the former should be avoided , and the latter sought after . '' </P>
<P> Though traditionally discussed as nine attributes of the Fruit of the Spirit , the original Greek term translated as `` fruit '' is singular . Aquinas explained , `` Consequently fruit is mentioned there in the singular , on account of its being generically one , though divided into many species which are spoken of as so many fruits . '' Augustine 's commentary on Galatians 5 : 25 - 26 , says , `` the Apostle had no intention of teaching us how many ( either works of the flesh , or fruits of the Spirit ) there are ; but to show how the former should be avoided , and the latter sought after . '' </P>
bible verse about fruits of the holy spirit
bible verse about fruits of the holy spirit
Galatians 5 : 25 - 26
Galatians 5 : 25 - 26