holiness Meaning, Definition & Usage

Ho"li*ness noun

Etymology

AS. h&amac;lignes.

Definitions

1. The state or quality of being holy; perfect moral integrity or purity; freedom from sin; sanctity; innocence.

   Who is like thee, glorious in holiness! Ex. xv. 11.

2. The state of being hallowed, or consecrated to God or to his worship; sacredness.

   Israel was holiness unto the Lord. Jer.ii.3.

   Syn. -- Piety; devotion; godliness; sanctity; sacredness; righteousness.