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In holiness and righteousness before him all the days of our life.
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Commentators explain that "holiness and righteousness" describe the two core aspects of a redeemed life. "Holiness" refers to our duties toward God (piety, worship), while "righteousness" refers to our duties toward other people (justice, charity). As John Calvin notes, this reflects the two tables of the law: loving God and loving our neighbor.
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18th Century
Presbyterian
In holiness, etc. In piety and strict justice.
Before him. In the presence of God. Performed as in His presence, and with …
In holiness and righteousness (εν οσιοτητ κα δικαιοσυνη). Not a usual combination (Ephesians 4:24; [Reference Titus 1:…
19th Century
Anglican
In holiness and righteousness.—The same combination is found, though in an inverted order, in Ephesians 4:24. “Holiness” has speci…
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The fulfillment of God’s promise does not mean passivity for Israel but a new opportunity for service—negatively, service “without fear” (v.74) and…
16th Century
Protestant
In holiness and righteousness. As the rule of a good life has been reduced by God to two tables (Exodus 31:18; [Reference Exod…
17th Century
Reformed Baptist
In holiness and righteousnessNot in mere outward rites and legal ceremonies but as the saints serve, from principles…
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