7: Qaddishtha — ܩܕܝܫܬܐ

1. Term: Qaddishtha — ܩܕܝܫܬܐ

Pronunciation: qad-DEESH-tha
Meaning: Holiness; the state or quality of being holy or sacred.

2. Biblical Usage:

  • Used in the Peshitta to describe God’s holiness and the call for believers to live holy lives.
  • Emphasizes separation from sin and dedication to God.

3. Example Verse:

  • Leviticus 11:44 (Peshitta) — “ܩܕܝܫܬܐ ܬܗܘܢ”
    (“You shall be holy.”)
  • Isaiah 6:3 — “ܩܕܝܫܐ ܩܕܝܫܐ ܩܕܝܫܐ”
    (“Holy, holy, holy.”)

4. Theological Significance:

  • Qaddishtha highlights the essential attribute of God and the Christian calling.
  • Forms the basis for Syriac teachings on sanctification and purity.
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