The Mohists could apply their basic standard of righteousness — what "promotes benefit to and eliminates harm from the world" — as a criterion by which to justify a social dao (way), or set of practices and norms, that best promotes everyone's welfare.
Respectable, boring, the very picture of righteousness.
Waiting has hardened their belief of righteousness".
He became a global symbol of righteousness and reconciliation.
Of course, the beard is only a sign of righteousness.
Still, a sense of righteousness filled the younger Franklin.
There was a lot of righteousness, not to mention self-righteousness, back in the days of Partisan Review.
The proposed "hekhsher tzedek," or "certificate of righteousness," would be awarded to companies that pay fair wages, ensure workplace safety, follow government environmental regulations and treat animals humanely, among other proposed criteria.
But such is the price of righteousness".
Charges of righteousness would quickly follow.
