| − | '''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]]. | + | "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> |