Definition and Concept
Loveliness, in a biblical context, refers to the quality of being pleasing, attractive, or beautiful, both in physical appearance and in character. It encompasses the idea of grace, charm, and moral beauty, reflecting the divine nature and attributes of God. Loveliness is often associated with virtues such as kindness, humility, and purity, which are esteemed in Scripture.

Biblical References
The Bible speaks of loveliness in various contexts, often highlighting the inner beauty that comes from a godly character. In Philippians 4:8 , the Apostle Paul exhorts believers to focus on things that are lovely: "Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is right, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is admirable—if anything is excellent or praiseworthy—think about these things." This verse underscores the importance of dwelling on qualities that reflect God's beauty and goodness.

Loveliness in Creation
The concept of loveliness is evident in the beauty of God's creation. In Genesis 1, the repeated affirmation that God's creation was "good" (Genesis 1:31) implies a sense of aesthetic and moral beauty. The natural world, with its intricate design and harmonious order, reflects the loveliness of its Creator.

Loveliness in Relationships
Loveliness is also manifested in human relationships, particularly in the context of love and marriage. The Song of Solomon celebrates the beauty and loveliness of romantic love between a bride and groom. In Song of Solomon 4:7 , the bridegroom declares, "You are altogether beautiful, my darling; there is no flaw in you." This poetic expression highlights the admiration and delight found in a loving relationship.

Loveliness of Christ
The ultimate expression of loveliness is found in the person of Jesus Christ. His life and ministry exemplified perfect love, compassion, and grace. Isaiah 53:2 prophetically describes the Messiah, noting that "He had no stately form or majesty to attract us, no beauty that we should desire Him." Despite this, Christ's loveliness is revealed through His sacrificial love and redemptive work on the cross.

Loveliness in the Christian Life
Believers are called to reflect the loveliness of Christ in their own lives. This involves cultivating the fruit of the Spirit, as outlined in Galatians 5:22-23 : "But the fruit of the Spirit is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control." These virtues contribute to a life that is pleasing to God and attractive to others.

Loveliness and Worship
Worship is another area where loveliness is expressed. Psalm 27:4 captures the psalmist's desire to behold the beauty of the Lord: "One thing I have asked of the LORD; this is what I desire: to dwell in the house of the LORD all the days of my life, to gaze on the beauty of the LORD and seek Him in His temple." Worship involves recognizing and responding to the loveliness of God's holiness and majesty.

Conclusion
While the Bible does not frequently use the term "loveliness," the concept permeates Scripture, inviting believers to appreciate and embody the beauty and grace that reflect God's character. Through creation, relationships, the life of Christ, and the Christian walk, loveliness is a testament to the divine nature and a call to live in a manner that honors God.(n.) The state or quality of being lovely.2617a. chesed -- goodness, kindness
... of devotion (2), devotion (1), devout (1), faithfulness (1), favor (2), good (1),
kindly (7), kindness (32), kindnesses (1), loveliness (1), lovingkindness (176 ...
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O God of Loveliness
... No. 38 O God of loveliness. THE HOLY TRINITY O God of loveliness O bello Dio,
Signor del Paradiso. Translated by Rev. E. Vaughan, C. SS. ...
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What is Meant by "Altogether Lovely"
... Whatsoever loveliness is found in them, it is not without a bad aftertaste. ... Take
away Christ, and where is the loveliness of any enjoyment? ...
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Application
... 7. Let the loveliness of Christ draw all men to him. Is loveliness in the creature
so attractive? And can the transcendent loveliness of Christ draw none? ...
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The Cry of the Mortal to the Undying
... double meaning. 'Grace' means both kindness and loveliness, or, as we
might distinguish both graciousness and gracefulness. And ...
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The King in his Beauty
... we shall see Him there is no beauty that we should desire Him.' We have to think,
not of the outward form, howsoever lovely with the loveliness of meekness and ...
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Eighth Tractate. On the Intellectual Beauty.
... some statue of god or man, a Grace or a Muse, or if a human being, not a portrait
but a creation in which the sculptor's art has concentrated all loveliness. ...
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The Well-Beloved.
... but no one save Jesus is "altogether lovely." We see something that is lovely in
one, and another point is lovely in another; but all loveliness meets in Him. ...
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The Inheritance.
... That the loveliness of the world has its origin in the making will of God, would
not content me; I say, the very loveliness of it is the loveliness of God, for ...
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The Spread Net
... the greater the attraction, she argued; but behold, was this iron Hesper, the man
of all force, to be dashed and shaken by the rich loveliness of Laodice, who ...
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Twenty-Sixth Day. Guilelessness.
... Wherever such characters exist, they are like "apples of gold in pictures of silver.".
Such, in all the loveliness of sinless perfection, was the Son of God! ...
/.../macduff/the mind of jesus/twenty-sixth day guilelessness.htm

Loveliness (1 Occurrence)
... (n.) The state or quality of being lovely. Multi-Version Concordance Loveliness
(1 Occurrence). Isaiah 40:6 A voice of one saying, Give a cry! ...
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Grace (277 Occurrences)
... benefit. 7. (n.) Beauty, physical, intellectual, or moral; loveliness;
commonly, easy elegance of manners; perfection of form. 8 ...
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Lovely (19 Occurrences)

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Love-fruits (3 Occurrences)
Love-fruits. Love-feasts, Love-fruits. Loveliness . Multi-Version Concordance ...
(BBE). Love-feasts, Love-fruits. Loveliness . Reference Bible.
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Gracious (106 Occurrences)
... his most gracious majesty. 2. (a.) Abounding in beauty, loveliness, or
amiability; graceful; excellent. 3. (a.) Produced by divine ...
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Angel (209 Occurrences)
... 5. (n.) Attendant spirit; genius; demon. 6. (n.) An appellation given to a person
supposed to be of angelic goodness or loveliness; a darling. ...
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David (1052 Occurrences)
... The verses he sang would recount his own adventures or the heroic prowess of the
warrior of his clan, or celebrate the loveliness of some maiden of the tribe ...
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Jerusalem (782 Occurrences)
... This strange vision of wilderness and distant mountain wall-often of exquisite
loveliness in the light of the setting sun-must all through the ages have been ...
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