Definition and Meaning:
The term "righteously" refers to acting in a manner that is morally right or justifiable, in accordance with divine or moral law. In the biblical context, it implies living in a way that aligns with God's standards and commands. Righteousness is often associated with holiness, justice, and adherence to God's will.

Biblical Usage:
The concept of righteousness is central to the biblical narrative, appearing throughout both the Old and New Testaments. It is often linked with God's character and His expectations for humanity. To live righteously is to live in a way that reflects God's nature and commands.

Old Testament Context:
In the Old Testament, righteousness is frequently associated with God's covenant with Israel. The Hebrew word for righteousness, "tsedeq," conveys the idea of justice and rightness. For example, in Deuteronomy 6:25 , it is written, "And if we are careful to observe every one of these commandments before the LORD our God, as He has commanded us, then that will be our righteousness."

The Psalms and Proverbs often highlight the blessings of living righteously. Psalm 1:6 states, "For the LORD guards the path of the righteous, but the way of the wicked will perish." Proverbs 21:21 adds, "He who pursues righteousness and loving devotion finds life, righteousness, and honor."

New Testament Context:
In the New Testament, righteousness takes on a more personal and relational dimension through the life and teachings of Jesus Christ. The Greek word "dikaiosyne" is used to describe righteousness, emphasizing a state of being right with God.

Jesus emphasized righteousness in His teachings, particularly in the Sermon on the Mount. In Matthew 5:6 , He declares, "Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they will be filled." Furthermore, Jesus calls His followers to a higher standard of righteousness, as seen in Matthew 5:20 : "For I tell you that unless your righteousness exceeds that of the scribes and Pharisees, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven."

The Apostle Paul further expounds on righteousness in his epistles, particularly in relation to faith. Romans 3:22 states, "And this righteousness from God comes through faith in Jesus Christ to all who believe." Paul emphasizes that righteousness is not achieved through the law but through faith in Christ, as seen in Philippians 3:9 : "And be found in Him, not having my own righteousness from the law, but that which is through faith in Christ—the righteousness from God on the basis of faith."

Practical Application:
Living righteously involves a commitment to God's commandments and a desire to reflect His character in one's life. It requires a heart transformed by faith in Jesus Christ and empowered by the Holy Spirit. Believers are called to pursue righteousness in their thoughts, words, and actions, striving to live in a way that honors God and serves others.

Theological Significance:
Righteousness is a key attribute of God and a fundamental aspect of His relationship with humanity. It is both a gift and a calling for believers. Through Christ, believers are declared righteous before God, and they are called to live out that righteousness in their daily lives. This dual aspect of righteousness—positional and practical—underscores the transformative power of the Gospel and the believer's ongoing sanctification.(adv.) In a righteous manner; as, to judge righteously.1346. dikaios -- righteously, justly
... righteously, justly. Part of Speech: Adverb Transliteration: dikaios Phonetic Spelling:
(dik-ah'-yoce) Short Definition: justly, righteously Definition: justly ...
//strongsnumbers.com/greek2/1346.htm - 6k6662. tsaddiq -- just, righteous
... right (1), right (2), righteous (164), righteous man (19), righteous men (2), Righteous
One (2), righteous one (2), righteous ones (3), righteously (1), who ...
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6664. tsedeq -- rightness, righteousness
... rightness, righteousness NASB Word Usage accurate (1), fairly (1), just (10), just
cause (1), justice (3), righteous (15), righteously (6), righteousness (76 ...
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6666. tsedaqah -- righteousness
... NASB Word Usage honesty (1), justice (1), merits (1), right (2), righteous (1),
righteous acts (3), righteous deeds (7), righteously (1), righteousness (136 ...
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4334. mishor -- a level place, uprightness
... 2), plateau* (1), uprightness (3). equity, even place, plain, righteously,
made straight, uprightness. Or miyshor {mee-shore'}; from ...
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4339. meshar -- evenness, uprightness, equity
... what is right (1). agreement, aright, that are equal, equity, things that
are righteously, things, sweetly. From yashar; evenness ...
/hebrew/4339.htm - 6k

Christ did not Come for the Sake of the Men of one Age Only, but ...
... Against Heresies: Book IV Chapter XXII."Christ did not come for the sake of the
men of one age only, but for all who, living righteously and piously, had ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter xxii christ did not come.htm

They who have not Received the Gift of Perseverance, and have ...
... Chapter 11 [VII.]"They Who Have Not Received the Gift of Perseverance, and Have
Relapsed into Mortal Sin and Have Died Therein, Must Righteously Be Condemned ...
/.../augustine/anti-pelagian writings/chapter 11 vii they who have.htm

Whether one who Has Already Obtained Grace, Can, of Himself and ...
... Objection 3: Further, if a man who has obtained grace needs further aid of grace
in order to live righteously and to keep free from sin, with equal reason ...
/.../christianbookshelf.org/aquinas/summa theologica/whether one who has already.htm

Titus ii. 14-Nov
... that bringeth salvation hath appeared unto all men, Teaching them that, denying
ungodliness and worldly lusts, we should live soberly, righteously, and godly ...
/.../homily v titus ii 14-nov.htm

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 ...
/.../homily iii 1 thessalonians ii.htm

A Difficulty.
... For do you suppose that, if any one is thought to have lived righteously,
he shall forthwith be saved? Do you not think that he ...
/.../unknown/recognitions of clement /chapter ii a difficulty.htm

Whether virtue is Suitably Defined?
... seem that the definition, usually given, of virtue, is not suitable, to wit: "Virtue
is a good quality of the mind, by which we live righteously, of which no ...
/.../aquinas/summa theologica/whether virtue is suitably defined.htm

The Author Returns to his Former Argument, and Shows that There ...
... This is what is meant by Paul, [when he says,] "as lights in the world." [3853]
Righteously, therefore, having left his earthly kindred, he followed the Word ...
/.../irenaeus/against heresies/chapter v the author returns to.htm

Micah's Message for To-Day
... Only through faith in Christ does a man learn to do righteously, and to love mercy,
and to walk humbly with God; and only by the power of the Holy Spirit ...
/.../spurgeon/spurgeons sermons volume 39 1893/micahs message for to-day.htm

Chapter i.
... 244] therefore," says He, "that ye do not your righteousness [245] before men, to
be seen of them:" ie, take heed that ye do not live righteously with this ...
/...//christianbookshelf.org/augustine/our lords sermon on the mount/chapter i 2.htm

Righteously (22 Occurrences)
... Noah Webster's Dictionary (adv.) In a righteous manner; as, to judge righteously.
Multi-Version Concordance Righteously (22 Occurrences). ...
/r/righteously.htm - 12k

Jerubbaal (15 Occurrences)
... Judges 9:16 "Now therefore, if you have dealt truly and righteously, in that you
have made Abimelech king, and if you have dealt well with Jerubbaal and his ...
/j/jerubbaal.htm - 12k

Justly (22 Occurrences)
... 1 Peter 2:23 Who, when he was cursed, didn't curse back. When he suffered,
didn't threaten, but committed himself to him who judges righteously; (See RSV NIV). ...
/j/justly.htm - 12k

Godly (50 Occurrences)
... righteous; as, a godly life. 2. (adv.) Piously; devoutly; righteously. Int. Standard
Bible Encyclopedia. GODLINESS; GODLY. god'-li-nes, god ...
/g/godly.htm - 21k

Blamelessly (12 Occurrences)
... (WEB WEY NAS NIV). 1 Thessalonians 2:10 You are witnesses with God, how holy,
righteously, and blamelessly we behaved ourselves toward you who believe. ...
/b/blamelessly.htm - 9k

Integrity (46 Occurrences)
... Judges 9:16 "Now therefore, if you have dealt truly and righteously, in that you
have made Abimelech king, and if you have dealt well with Jerubbaal and his ...
/i/integrity.htm - 22k

Honorably (3 Occurrences)
... Judges 9:16 "Now therefore, if you have dealt truly and righteously, in that you
have made Abimelech king, and if you have dealt well with Jerubbaal and his ...
/h/honorably.htm - 7k

Dealt (130 Occurrences)
... Judges 9:16 "Now therefore, if you have dealt truly and righteously, in that you
have made Abimelech king, and if you have dealt well with Jerubbaal and his ...
/d/dealt.htm - 37k

Righteous (407 Occurrences)
... (Root in BBE YLT). 1 Corinthians 15:34 Wake up righteously, and don't sin,
for some have no knowledge of God. I say this to your shame. ...
/r/righteous.htm - 36k

Abimelech (63 Occurrences)
... Judges 9:16 "Now therefore, if you have dealt truly and righteously, in that you
have made Abimelech king, and if you have dealt well with Jerubbaal and his ...
/a/abimelech.htm - 36k

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