the sanctity with which he has sanctified them, and to walk and live accordingly’ (Berkouwer 1952: 23).16 With regard to God himself, holiness implies transcendence, uniqueness and purity. With regard to God’s people, holiness means being set apart for a relationship with the Holy One, to display his character in every sphere of life. Separation was to be expressed in time and space and ritual. Sanctification was primarily a technical term of the cult, connoting both cleansing and consecration. It