THE CONCEPT OF HOLINESS IN THE PENTATEUCH
The author describes the peculiarities of understanding the term "holiness" in the Books of Law of the Old Testament. In the life of a Christian, the concept of "holiness" has no clear boundaries and outlines, "holiness" is often considered an analogue of sinlessness or perfection. In this regard, there is a need to reveal a verbal and semantic understanding of holiness. In order to fully clarify the concept of holiness, the origin of the term, its original meaning and use should be clarified.