Although the nuances of this concept are debated intensely among New Testament scholars, three aspects are widely acknowledged. First, this righteousness is apart from the law. Paul has shown already that the law cannot save us because we all are in sin. Second, this righteousness is not new but was promised before in the Law and the Prophets (referring to most of the Old Testament). God always had a plan for saving his people, and now his salvation is being revealed. Finally, this righteousness