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just, justice, justly
Definition:
These terms refer to treating people fairly according to God's laws. Human laws that reflect God's standard of right behavior toward others are also just.
- To be "just" is to act in a fair and right way toward others. It also implies honesty and integrity to do what is morally right in God's eyes.
- To act "justly" means to treat people in a way that is right, good and proper according to God's laws.
- To receive "justice" means to be treated fairly under the law, either being protected by law or being punished for breaking the law.
- Sometimes the term "just" has the broader meaning of "righteous" or "following God's laws."
Translation Suggestions:
- Depending on the context, other ways to translate "just" could include, "morally right" or "fair."
- The term "justice" could be translated as, "fair treatment" or "deserved consequences."
- To "act justly" could be translated as, "treat fairly" or "behave in a just way."
- In some contexts, "just" could be translated as, "righteous" or "upright."
(See also: judge, judgment · righteous · upright)
Bible References:
- 1 Chronicles 18:14-17
- Acts 28:3-4
- Isaiah 04:3-4
- Jeremiah 22:1-3
- Luke 18:3-5
- Luke 21:20-22
- Luke 23:39-41
- Matthew 23:23-24
- Micah 03:8
- Revelation 15:3-4
Examples from the Bible stories:
- 17-09 David ruled with justice and faithfulness for many years, and God blessed him.
- 18-13 Some of these kings (of Judah) were good men who ruled justly and worshiped God.
- 19-16 They (the prophets) all told the people to stop worshiping idols and to start showing justice and mercy to others.
- 50-17 Jesus will rule his kingdom with peace and justice, and he will be with his people forever.