Bible Dictionary

Holiness

The quality or state of being holy or set apart.

Quick Reference

Total Entries

516

Entry Position

239 of 516

Letter

H

Meaning

The quality or state of being holy or set apart.

Key Scriptures

  • Exodus 15:11
  • Leviticus 19:2
  • Psalm 29:2
  • Isaiah 6:3
  • Romans 1:4
  • 2 Corinthians 7:1
  • Hebrews 12:14
  • 1 Peter 1:15-16

Original Language

Hebrew

קֹדֶשׁ

qodesh

holiness; holiness; sacredness

Greek

ἁγιωσύνη

hagiōsynē

holiness

Meaning

Holiness is the quality or state of being holy or set apart.


Biblical Usage

In Scripture, holiness refers to that which is holy, sacred, or set apart.

The term is used of God, people, places, objects, and conduct dedicated to Him.


Key References

  • Exodus 15:11
  • Leviticus 19:2
  • Psalm 29:2
  • Isaiah 6:3
  • Romans 1:4
  • 2 Corinthians 7:1
  • Hebrews 12:14
  • 1 Peter 1:15-16

  • Holy
  • Sanctification
  • Righteousness
  • Purity
  • Consecration

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Scriptures

  • Exodus 15:11
  • Leviticus 19:2
  • Psalm 29:2
  • Isaiah 6:3
  • Romans 1:4
  • 2 Corinthians 7:1
  • Hebrews 12:14
  • 1 Peter 1:15-16

Related Terms

Study Topics

holiness holy sanctification worship