Psalms 15: The Character of a Citizen of Zion

Psalms 15 articulates the ethical requirements for fellowship with a holy God. It lists 11 specific behavioral markers—from truth-telling to financial integrity—that qualify a person to 'abide' in the sanctuary and stand firm regardless of external chaos.

  1. v1: The Great Question of Access
  2. v2-5a: The Profile of an Upright Life
  3. v5b: The Promise of Unshakable Security

Psalms chapter 15

Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?
He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.
He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour.
In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.
He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth these things shall never be moved.

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The final phrase 'He that doeth these things shall never be moved' links ethical living to structural stability. The Word Secret is Gur, meaning 'to sojourn' or 'stay as a guest,' suggesting that we are all temporary visitors invited into God's permanent dwelling. Discover the riches with psalms 15 commentary, containing expert led word study (original greek/hebrew) and passage level analysis.

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