Ritual Cleanliness
Cleanliness is Next to Godliness: A Biblical Perspective on Spiritual Purity
We’ve all heard the phrase “cleanliness is next to godliness,” but have you ever wondered where it comes from? Surprisingly, this exact phrase is not found in the Bible. It was popularized by John Wesley, an English cleric and theologian in the 18th century. However, the Bible does emphasize the importance of being clean—not just…