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Psalm 101:6 Meaning

Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me.

Context Explained

4A froward heart shall depart from me: I will not know a wicked person.

5Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer.

6Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me.

7He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house: he that telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight.

8I will early destroy all the wicked of the land; that I may cut off all wicked doers from the city of the LORD.

Key Themes

faithfulnessservicerighteousness

Related Cross References

  • 1 Timothy 3:10

    Paul emphasizes the importance of being found faithful in service, resonating with this verse.

  • Psalm 15:1-2

    Psalm 15 describes the characteristics of those who may dwell with God, similar to the faithful described here.

  • Hebrews 3:5

    This verse contrasts the faithfulness of Moses with the faithfulness of Christ.

Source: Psalm 101:6