# blameless

## Definition:

The term “blameless” literally means “without blame.” It is used to refer to a person who obeys God wholeheartedly, but it does not mean that the person is sinless.

* Abraham and Noah were considered blameless before God.
* A person who has a reputation for being “blameless” behaves in a way that honors God.
* According to one verse, a person who is blameless is “one who fears God and turns away from evil.”

## Translation Suggestions:

* This could also be translated as “with no fault to his character” or “completely obedient to God” or “avoiding sin” or “keeping away from evil.”

## Bible References:

* [1 Thessalonians 2:10](rc://en/tn/help/1th/02/10)
* [1 Thessalonians 3:11-13](rc://en/tn/help/1th/03/11)
* [2 Peter 3:14](rc://en/tn/help/2pe/03/14)
* [Colossians 1:22](rc://en/tn/help/col/01/22)
* [Genesis 17:1-2](rc://en/tn/help/gen/17/01)
* [Philippians 2:15](rc://en/tn/help/php/02/15)
* [Philippians 3:6](rc://en/tn/help/php/03/06)

## Word Data:

* Strong’s: H5352, H5355, H8535, G02730, G02740, G02980, G02990, G03380, G04100, G04230
