Greed (Latin: avaritia), also known as avarice, cupidity, or covetousness, is, like lust and gluttony, a sin of desire. ... As defined outside Christian writings, greed is an inordinate desire to acquire or possess more than one needs, especially with respect to material wealth.

Is greed a sin in the Bible?

Greed certainly undergirds the sin of gluttony. Usually referring to a habitual excess of eating and drinking, gluttony can also be over-self-indulgence in other areas. Ingratitude is both the seed and fruit of gluttony.

What does Bible say about greed?

Be on your guard against all kinds of greed; a man's life does not consist in the abundance of his possessions.” 1 Corinthians 6:10 nor thieves nor the greedy nor drunkards nor slanderers nor swindlers will inherit the kingdom of God.