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The concept of Justice and righteousness in Christianity

Justice and righteousness in Christianity represent the core values that God expects from humanity, focusing on moral and ethical responsibilities. In Protestantism, these concepts further emphasize fair treatment and moral correctness as essential aspects of God's nature. Additionally, they guide the ethical principles in governance, ensuring that authority reflects divine qualities. Together, these principles underscore the importance of justice and righteousness in both individual conduct and societal leadership according to Christian beliefs.

Synonyms: Equity, Integrity, Morality, Justness, Virtue, Rightness, Honesty, Impartiality, Rectitude

In Dutch: Rechtvaardigheid en rechtvaardigheid; In Finnish: Oikeus ja vanhurskaus; In Malay: Keadilan dan kebenaran; In Swedish: R盲ttvisa och r盲ttf盲rdighet; In Spanish: Justicia y rectitud; In German: Gerechtigkeit und Rechtschaffenheit

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Christian concept of 'Justice and righteousness'

Christianity Books

Significance in Protestantism (Christian movement emphasizing faith and scripture):
Protestantism Books

From: The Existence and Attributes of God

(1) The principles of fair treatment and moral correctness, which are integral to the nature of God.[1] (2) The ethical principles that should guide the exercise of authority, reflecting God's nature in governance.[2]

Protestantism (or simply the protestant church) is a major branch of Christianity originating from the Reformation in the 16th century, led by figures like Martin Luther. It emphasizes salvation by faith alone and the Bible as the ultimate authority. Variants of Protestantism include Lutheranism, Calvinism, Anglicanism, Methodism and Presbyterianism, each with unique practices but generally united by these core principles.

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) The core values that God demands from humanity, highlighting moral and ethical responsibilities.[3]

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) Fundamental principles that guide moral and ethical behavior, ensuring fairness and moral integrity in one鈥檚 actions.[4]

Early Christianity (also known as Early Church) refers to the period starting roughly in the 6th century BC up until 325 A.D. during which year the first council of Nicaea was convened. Popular literature includes the writings by the early Church Fathers which forms the basis of later Christian theology.