Godly

/ˈɡɑdli/ adjective

Definition

Devoutly religious and morally righteous. Having qualities attributed to or resembling those of a deity.

Etymology

From Old English 'godlic' meaning 'divine, godlike,' formed from 'god' plus '-ly' suffix. The word evolved from describing divine nature to describing humans who embody divine virtues like righteousness and piety.

Kelly Says

The word 'godly' reveals how humans have always tried to bridge the gap between divine and mortal by aspiring to godlike qualities. Interestingly, what constitutes 'godly' behavior varies dramatically across cultures, reflecting different concepts of divine nature.

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