Islam
Righteousness is mentioned several times in the Qur'an. The Qur'an says that a life of righteousness is the only way to make it to Heaven.
- “We will give the home of the Hereafter to those who do not want arrogance or mischief on earth; and the end is best for the righteous.” - The Holy Qur’an, Sura 28(Al-Qasas) Verse 83
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