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The concept of Righteous God in Christianity

The concept of Righteous God in Christianity emphasizes God's moral perfection, justice, and the significance of ethical behavior. God is portrayed as a deity who is offended by human sin yet offers forgiveness through a perfect sacrifice. This notion transcends into Protestantism, where Righteous God is defined by absolute justice and holiness, instilling trust in believers. Early Christianity reinforces that this righteous God administers justice, rewards the good, and embodies fairness, highlighting the importance of righteousness in human conduct and divine governance.

Synonyms: Just god, Virtuous god, Holy god, Ethical god

In Malay: Tuhan yang adil; In Swedish: R盲ttf盲rdig Gud; In German: Gerechter Gott; In Spanish: Dios justo; In Finnish: Vanhurskas Jumala; In Dutch: Rechtvaardige God; In French: Dieu juste

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Christian concept of 'Righteous God'

Christianity Books

Significance in Early Christian church and writers:
Early Christianity Books

From: Ante-nicene Fathers

(1) This is the deity that has appointed a judgment at the end of life, who is patient and kind, and will reward the good with blessings.[1] (2) The love of the righteous God will greatly benefit someone, and the text indicates that one should strive to shake off undeserved praise and obtain the praise that comes from Christ.[2] (3) A God who administers justice and correction, reflecting goodness through discipline rather than tyranny.[3] (4) The deity who appoints the wicked one to fulfill the law and administer punishment.[4] (5) Describes God as just and fair, whose fear is aimed at avoiding sin and punishment.[5]

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.

Significance in Christianity (general):

From: Expositions of Holy Scripture

(1) This phrase describes the divine nature, focusing on the aspect of righteousness, highlighting the importance of God's justice and moral uprightness.[6] (2) It is the government of the righteous God that is impossible without forgiveness, which is offered through the perfect sacrifice.[7] (3) One may well stand amazed and questioning as to whether a righteous God, administering a rigorous universe, can ever pardon sin, if one does not know the truth.[8]

From: Hymns for Christian Devotion

(1) A direct invocation to God, highlighting the need for divine justice and righteousness in addressing suffering.[9]

From: A Dictionary of the Bible (Hastings)

(1) A righteous God is how Jahweh is described, offended by man鈥檚 moral sins, and pleased only with a moral life, and the ethical is the most important element in His personality.[10]

Significance in Protestantism (Christian movement emphasizing faith and scripture):
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From: The Existence and Attributes of God

(1) This term refers to a deity whose holiness gives credit to promises, and it is the attribute that helps people stifle their fears and fortify their trust in Him.[11] (2) This refers to God, whose righteousness is such that He will not do anything that is not just, and it is impossible for Him to act otherwise.[12]

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.