Definition: In the Bible, antagonize means to compete with or be at odds with another person's ideas, actions, or beliefs. The verb is used in Old Testament contexts to describe the opposing character or state. This term was associated with enemies or adversaries, often referring to a conflict between God and Satan. In the New Testament, it refers to two opposing forces within the Church - the Jews against Gentiles (Matthew 5:39), and the Pharisees against the Sadducees (Luke 23:45). The word is also used metaphorically in other contexts like "to fight against or be at odds with another" in many passages of scripture.