Godlessness
/GOD-les-nes/
Summary
A state of open and active opposition to God, not merely atheism but impious wickedness and profanity.
☩Definition
The word translated 'godless' in some versions (replacing 'hypocrite' in others) conveys the idea of pollution and profanity. The godless person is not merely without God but assumes an attitude of open and blatant opposition, being openly impious, wicked, and profane. This is distinct from the merely 'ungodly' which indicates irreverence and impiety without the same active opposition.
Key verses:Job 8:13Job 13:16Proverbs 11:9Isaiah 33:14
Related Verses41 mentions
See Also
References
- 1.James Orr (ed.), "Godless," in International Standard Bible Encyclopedia, vol. II (Howard-Severance Company, 1915).