Topical Encyclopedia The concept of unholiness is a significant aspect of the character of the wicked as depicted in the Bible. Unholiness, in its essence, represents a state of moral impurity and a departure from the divine standards set by God. The wicked, characterized by their unholy nature, stand in stark contrast to the holiness that God commands and embodies.Biblical Definition and Context Unholiness is fundamentally the absence of holiness, which is the state of being set apart for God's purposes and living in accordance with His will. The wicked, by their actions and attitudes, reject this divine standard. In the Old Testament, the Hebrew word for holy, "qadosh," implies separation from sin and dedication to God. The wicked, therefore, are those who are separated from God due to their sinful nature and actions. Scriptural Illustrations The Bible provides numerous illustrations of the unholy character of the wicked. In the Book of Isaiah, the prophet describes the wicked as those who "call evil good and good evil" (Isaiah 5:20), highlighting their moral corruption and inversion of God's truth. Their unholiness is further emphasized in their actions, as they "rejoice in doing evil and delight in the perversity of the wicked" (Proverbs 2:14). The New Testament continues this theme, with the Apostle Paul describing the unholy nature of the wicked in his letters. In Romans 1:29-31 , Paul lists the characteristics of those who have turned away from God, including being "filled with all unrighteousness, wickedness, greed, and depravity." This passage underscores the comprehensive nature of their unholiness, affecting every aspect of their lives. Consequences of Unholiness The unholy character of the wicked leads to severe consequences, both in this life and the next. The Bible consistently warns that unholiness separates individuals from God. In Isaiah 59:2 , it is written, "But your iniquities have built barriers between you and your God, and your sins have hidden His face from you." This separation is not only spiritual but also relational, as the wicked are alienated from the community of believers who strive for holiness. Furthermore, the ultimate consequence of unholiness is divine judgment. The Book of Revelation speaks of the final judgment where the unholy will face eternal separation from God: "But the cowardly, the unbelieving, the vile, the murderers, the sexually immoral, those who practice magic arts, the idolaters and all liars—they will be consigned to the fiery lake of burning sulfur" (Revelation 21:8). Call to Holiness In contrast to the unholy character of the wicked, the Bible calls believers to pursue holiness. In 1 Peter 1:15-16 , it is written, "But just as He who called you is holy, so be holy in all you do; for it is written: 'Be holy, because I am holy.'" This call to holiness is a call to be set apart, to live in a manner that reflects God's character and to reject the unholy ways of the wicked. The character of the wicked, marked by unholiness, serves as a warning and a call to repentance. The Bible consistently contrasts the paths of the wicked and the righteous, urging believers to choose the path of holiness and to live lives that honor God. Nave's Topical Index 2 Timothy 3:2For men shall be lovers of their own selves, covetous, boasters, proud, blasphemers, disobedient to parents, unthankful, unholy, Nave's Topical Index Library Matt. xxvii. 27-29. It is the Part of the Wicked to Vex the Righteous. It is the Part of the Wicked to Vex the Righteous. God's Character Our Resting-Place The Character of the Persons for whom this Rest is Designed. A Reasonable Service Scriptures Showing the Sin and Danger of Joining with Wicked and ... 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