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unrighteous, unrighteousness

Definition:

The term "unrighteous" means to be sinful and morally corrupt. "Unrighteousness" refers to sin or the condition of being sinful.

• These terms especially refer to living in a way that disobeys God's teachings and commands.
• Unrighteous people are immoral in their thoughts and actions.
• Sometimes "the unrighteous" refers specifically to people who do not believe in Jesus.

Translation Suggestions:

• This term could simply be translated as "not righteous."
• Depending on the context, other ways to translate this could include "wicked" or "immoral" or "people who rebel against God" or "sinful."
• The phrase "the unrighteous" could be translated as "unrighteous people."
• The term "unrighteousness" could be translated as "sin" or "evil thoughts and actions" or "wickedness."
• If possible, it is best to translate this in a way that shows its relationship to "righteous, righteousness."

(See also: righteous, unjust, sin, unlawful)

Bible References:

• 1 Corinthians 06:9-11
• 1 John 01:8-10
• 1 John 05:16-17
• 1 Peter 03:18-20
• 2 Thessalonians 02:8-10
• Colossians 03:22-25
• Deuteronomy 19:15-16
• Malachi 02:5-7
• Romans 01:29-31

Word Data:##

• Strong's: H205, H2555, H5765, H5766, H5767, H6664, G93, G94, G458