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godly, godliness

Definition:

The term "godly" is used to describe a person who acts in a way that honors God and shows what God is like. "Godliness" is the character quality of honoring God by doing his will.

• A person who has godly character will show the fruits of the Holy Spirit, such as love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, and self control.
• The quality of godliness shows that a person has the Holy Spirit and is obeying him.

Translation Suggestions:

• The phrase, "the godly" could be translated as, "godly people" or "people who obey God." (See: nominaladj)
• The adjective "godly" could be translated as "obedient to God" or "righteous" or "pleasing to God."
• The phrase, "in a godly manner" could be translated as, "in a way that obeys God" or "with actions and words that please God."
• Ways to translate "godliness" could include, "acting in a way that pleases God" or "obeying God" or "living in a righteous manner."

(See also honor · obey · righteous · ungodly · unrighteous)

Bible References:

• 1 Timothy 04:6-8
• 2 Timothy 03:10-13
• Acts 03:11-12
• Hebrews 11:7