'Righteousness' in the Bible

To receive instruction in wise behavior and the discipline of wise thoughtfulness,Righteousness, justice, and integrity;

Then you will understand righteousness and justice [in every circumstance]And integrity and every good path.

“Riches and honor are with me,Enduring wealth and righteousness (right standing with God).

“I, [Wisdom, continuously] walk in the way of righteousness,In the midst of the paths of justice,

Treasures of wickedness and ill-gotten gains do not profit,But righteousness and moral integrity in daily life rescues from death.

Riches will not provide security in the day of wrath and judgment,But righteousness rescues from death.

The righteousness of the blameless will smooth their way and keep it straight,But the wicked will fall by his own wickedness.

The righteousness of the upright will rescue them,But the treacherous will be caught by their own greed.

A gracious and good woman attains honor,And ruthless men attain riches [but not respect].

The wicked man earns deceptive wages,But he who sows righteousness and lives his life with integrity will have a true reward [that is both permanent and satisfying].

He who is steadfast in righteousness attains life,But he who pursues evil attains his own death.

He who speaks truth [when he testifies] tells what is right,But a false witness utters deceit [in court].

In the way of righteousness is life,And in its pathway there is no death [but immortality—eternal life].

Righteousness (being in right standing with God) guards the one whose way is blameless,But wickedness undermines and overthrows the sinner.

The way [of life] of the wicked is hateful and exceedingly offensive to the Lord,But He loves one who pursues righteousness [personal integrity, moral courage and honorable character].

Better is a little with righteousnessThan great income [gained] with injustice.

It is repulsive [to God and man] for kings to behave wickedly,For a throne is established on righteousness (right standing with God).

The silver-haired head is a crown of splendor and glory;It is found in the way of righteousness.

To do righteousness and justiceIs more acceptable to the Lord than sacrifice [for wrongs repeatedly committed].

He who earnestly seeks righteousness and loyaltyFinds life, righteousness, and honor.

Take away the wicked from before the king,And his throne will be established in righteousness.