👉 In general, the term "obedience" refers to a behavior or state of mind that involves following someone else's instructions without questioning their reasoning or having an argument with them. This can be seen as a passive response to what is expected of us and often involves compliance rather than active resistance. The term "abiding" could also apply, but it implies adherence to moral standards rather than actual obedience. For example, if someone obeys a law despite not understanding the consequences or being physically unable