De betekenis van rechtvaardigheid in de Bijbel verkennen

What is the biblical definition of righteousness? At its core, biblical righteousness refers to the state of being in right relationship with God. It is, as our Jewish forebears understood, a covenantal concept. When we speak of God’s righteousness, we speak of His perfect faithfulness to His promises and His unwavering commitment to justice and love. For us, as His children, righteousness means living in accordance with God’s will and character. The Hebrew word for righteousness, “tzedakah,” carries connotations of…