righteousness

Example Sentences

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Even after Blanc arrives, he’s confounded to find himself occasionally standing on the sidelines, a bystander in Jud’s moral crusade to herd his congregation toward righteousness.

From Los Angeles Times

I kept circling back to the same question: Is it fair to test anyone’s righteousness?

From Los Angeles Times

They also train potential candidates to “stand for spiritual righteousness” and teach them how to build a platform and navigate the campaign trail while maintaining a strong family and church life.

From Salon

“Paul, as a believer in Christ Jesus, is clothed in the righteousness of Christ alone,” her note said.

From Salon

In a society still influenced by Confucian values such as righteousness and obedience, mental health issues remain heavily stigmatised and many experience feelings of shame or social judgement.

From BBC