Righteousness
Righteousness is the quality of a person being morally right or justifiable.[1] It is an important concept and theological concept. It is a concept in Islam, Judaism, Christianity, and also in Dharmic traditions. The quality of true righteousness is pleasing to God. It is a concept similar to integrity. Perfect righteousness is who God is. (See Psalm 30:4)
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- ↑ "righteousness | Definition of righteousness in English by Oxford Dictionaries". Oxford Dictionaries | English. Archived from the original on 2017-12-01. Retrieved 2017-11-24.
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Changing Righteousness
For years I’ve been fighting alone—upholding my personal truth, righteousness, and integrity in the face of injustice both online and in real life. This journey shows how our understanding of “right” shifts as individuals challenge the status quo.
Defining “Changing Righteousness” in Simple Terms
Changing Righteousness means that what it means to be “right” or “just” is not fixed. It changes as societies grow and new voices speak up.
Historical Background
- Ancient Law (before 500 BCE): Righteousness meant following communal rules and religious rituals exactly.
- Classical Philosophy (500 BCE–400 CE): Thinkers like Plato and Aristotle linked righteousness to virtuous character rather than mere obedience.
- Medieval Theology (400–1500 CE): Figures like Thomas Aquinas argued that true righteousness comes through divine grace.
- Reformation Era (1500–1650 CE): Reformers such as Martin Luther and John Calvin taught that righteousness is received by faith alone.
- Modern Age (1650–present): Righteousness includes social justice, human rights, and personal integrity.
Faith Perspectives
- Judaism: Emphasises justice (tzedakah) and ethical community action.
- Christianity: Focuses on being made righteous through Christ’s sacrifice and living that gift by loving others.
- Islam: Sees righteousness (taqwa) as God-consciousness—acting with awareness of divine guidance.