The term "holily" is derived from the concept of holiness, which is a central theme throughout the Bible. Holiness refers to the state of being set apart for God's purposes, embodying purity, righteousness, and moral integrity. The adverb "holily" describes the manner in which actions are performed in accordance with God's holy standards.

Biblical Foundation

The concept of holiness is rooted in the nature of God Himself. In Leviticus 19:2, God commands the Israelites, "Speak to the entire assembly of Israel and say to them: ‘Be holy because I, the LORD your God, am holy.’" This call to holiness is echoed in the New Testament, where believers are urged to live in a manner that reflects God's holiness. In 1 Peter 1:15-16, it is written, "But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'"

Living Holily

To live holily is to conduct oneself in a way that aligns with God's will and character. This involves a commitment to moral purity, ethical behavior, and spiritual devotion. The Apostle Paul, in his letters, frequently exhorts believers to live in a manner worthy of their calling. In 1 Thessalonians 2:10, Paul writes, "You are witnesses, and so is God, of how holy, righteous, and blameless we were among you who believed."

Practical Application

Living holily requires a conscious effort to avoid sin and pursue righteousness. This involves both personal and communal aspects of life. Believers are called to be distinct from the world, not conforming to its patterns but being transformed by the renewing of their minds (Romans 12:2). This transformation is facilitated by the Holy Spirit, who empowers believers to live according to God's standards.

Holiness in Worship

Holiness is also a key aspect of worship. In John 4:24, Jesus states, "God is Spirit, and His worshipers must worship in spirit and in truth." Worshiping holily means approaching God with reverence, sincerity, and a heart that seeks to honor Him above all else. The Psalms frequently emphasize the importance of worshiping God in the beauty of holiness (Psalm 29:2).

Challenges and Encouragement

While the call to live holily is clear, believers often face challenges in maintaining holiness due to the fallen nature of the world and the flesh. However, Scripture provides encouragement and assurance that God is faithful to complete the work He has begun in His people (Philippians 1:6). Believers are encouraged to rely on God's grace and strength, knowing that His power is made perfect in weakness (2 Corinthians 12:9).

In summary, "holily" encapsulates the pursuit of a life that reflects God's holiness through righteous living, sincere worship, and a commitment to spiritual growth. It is a call to be set apart for God's purposes, embodying His character in every aspect of life.1. (adv.) Piously; with sanctity; in a holy manner.

2. (adv.) Sacredly; inviolably.

3743. hosios -- piously, holily
... piously, holily. Part of Speech: Adverb Transliteration: hosios Phonetic Spelling:
(hos-ee-oce') Short Definition: piously Definition: religiously, piously. ...
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1 Thessalonians ii. 12-Sep
... Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and righteously and unblamably we behaved
ourselves toward you that believe: as ye know how we dealt with each one ...
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How Benevolence Makes us Call all Creatures to the Praise of God.
... So the glorious Psalmist, quite mastered by holily disordered passion moving him
to praise God, goes without order, leaping from heaven to earth, and from ...
/.../francis/treatise on the love of god/chapter ix how benevolence makes.htm

Sanctification.
... ii.10: "Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily, and justly, and unblamably,
we behaved ourselves among you that believe." Here he unqualifiedly asserts his ...
/.../finney/systematic theology/lecture xxxviii sanctification.htm

The Disputes of the Faithful to be Settled by the Decisions of the ...
... the holy Thou wilt be holy, and with the perfect man Thou wilt be perfect, and with
the froward Thou wilt be froward." [2789] Walk therefore holily, that you ...
/.../various/constitutions of the holy apostles/sec vi the disputes of the.htm

Letter i. The Christian's Mark.
... It was my continual strife, day and night, and constant inquiry, how I should be
more holy, and live more holily, and more becoming a child of God, and a ...
/.../letter i the christians mark.htm

To My Fellow Presbyter Timothy. Dionysius the Presbyter.
... and which elevates us, folds together our many diversities, and after perfecting
into a uniform and Divine life and habit and operation, holily bequeaths the ...
/.../dionysius/ecclesiastical hierarchy/caput i to my fellow.htm

Prayer and Consecration
... It is devoted to holy ends. It is the voluntary putting of one's self in God's hands
to be used sacredly, holily, with sanctifying ends in view. ...
/.../bounds/the essentials of prayer/viii prayer and consecration.htm

Let Thus Much have Been Said with Regard to Charity...
... [2694] Whereof piety makes no manner of doubt, but, as the charity of them which
holily love, so the patience of them which piously endure, is the gift of God. ...
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Liturgy of St. Dionysius, Bishop of the Athenians .
... from all servile passions of sin, from envy, treachery, deceit, hatred, enmities,
and from him, who works the same, that we may be worthy, holily to complete ...
/.../letters of dionysius the areopagite/liturgy of st dionysius bishop.htm

Sunday-School Hymns.
... Assemble Thy simple children To praise holily, To hymn guilelessly With innocent
mouths Christ, the Guide of children. Figures like". ...
/.../brown/the story of the hymns and tunes/chapter viii sunday-school hymns.htm

Holily (1 Occurrence)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (adv.) Piously; with sanctity; in a holy manner. 2.
(adv.) Sacredly; inviolably. Multi-Version Concordance Holily (1 Occurrence). ...
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Unblamably (1 Occurrence)
... 1 Thessalonians 2:10 Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily, and justly, and
unblamably we behaved ourselves among you that believe: (WBS). ...
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Unblameably (2 Occurrences)
... 1 Thessalonians 2:10 Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and justly and
unblameably we behaved ourselves among you that believe: (KJV ASV). ...
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Justly (22 Occurrences)
... (WEY RSV). 1 Thessalonians 2:10 Ye are witnesses, and God also, how holily and justly
and unblameably we behaved ourselves among you that believe: (KJV WBS). ...
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Divinely (11 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary 1. (adv.) In a divine or godlike manner; holily;
admirably or excellently in a supreme degree. 2. (adv ...
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Holiest (7 Occurrences)

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Holiness (76 Occurrences)

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