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| − | "In its deeper spiritual meaning, '''righteousness''' is the quality of being right in the eyes of [[God]], including character (nature), conscience ([[attitude]]), conduct (action), and command (word). Righteousness is, therefore, based upon God's standard because He is the ultimate Lawgiver (Isaiah 33:22)."<ref>[https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-terms/what-is-righteousness.html#:~:text=In%20its%20deeper%20spiritual%20meaning,(Isaiah%2033%3A22). What Is Righteousness?], Christianity.com</ref> | + | "In its deeper spiritual meaning, '''righteousness''' is the quality of being right in the eyes of [[God]], including character (nature), conscience ([[attitude]]), conduct (action), and command (word). Righteousness is, therefore, based upon God's standard because He is the ultimate Lawgiver ([[Isaiah]] 33:22)."<ref>[https://www.christianity.com/wiki/christian-terms/what-is-righteousness.html#:~:text=In%20its%20deeper%20spiritual%20meaning,(Isaiah%2033%3A22). What Is Righteousness?], Christianity.com</ref> |
Righteousness is a term used frequently in [[English]] translations of the [[Bible]]. The highly respected, modern [[ESV]] uses it 272 times, a two-thirds of which in the [[Old Testament]]. | Righteousness is a term used frequently in [[English]] translations of the [[Bible]]. The highly respected, modern [[ESV]] uses it 272 times, a two-thirds of which in the [[Old Testament]]. | ||
Revision as of 20:31, June 2, 2024
"In its deeper spiritual meaning, righteousness is the quality of being right in the eyes of God, including character (nature), conscience (attitude), conduct (action), and command (word). Righteousness is, therefore, based upon God's standard because He is the ultimate Lawgiver (Isaiah 33:22)."[1]
Righteousness is a term used frequently in English translations of the Bible. The highly respected, modern ESV uses it 272 times, a two-thirds of which in the Old Testament.
See also
External links
- What Is Righteousness?, Christianity.com
- Righteousness, Biblestudytool.com
- What Does Paul Mean by “the Righteousness of God”?, Gospel Coalition website
Videos on biblical righteousness:
- Videos on biblical righteousness, Video playlist
Notes
- ↑ What Is Righteousness?, Christianity.com