GODLINESS

Godliness means religiosity, piety, and devoutness.

Keeping the constant company of religious and saintly people, serving them, learning from them, and following their example helps one gradually understand the difference between good and evil, truth and untruth, righteousness and unrighteousness. Through such association and practice, one is gently introduced to godliness.

With continued practice of goodness, virtue, and right living, this introduction deepens. Over time, it develops into a natural inclination toward a virtuous, devotional, unselfish, and higher way of life.

Ultimately, this journey leads to the awakening of love for God.