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    Righteousness (Tsedaqah)

    צְדָקָה (tsedaqah)

    Right standing and right action — conformity to God's character and covenant requirements.

    Hebrew
    Pronunciation: tseh-dah-KAH

    Definition

    Tsedaqah is the Hebrew word for righteousness, meaning conformity to God's character and covenant standards. It encompasses both right standing before God and right action in the world — justice, integrity, and faithfulness.

    Featured KJV occurrences (3)

    Genesis 15:6

    “And he believed in the LORD; and he counted it to him for righteousness.”
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    Amos 5:24

    “But let judgment run down as waters, and righteousness as a mighty stream.”
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    Matthew 6:33

    “But seek ye first the kingdom of God, and his righteousness; and all these things shall be added unto you.”
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