Psalm 18:26 Meaning
With the pure thou wilt shew thyself pure; and with the froward thou wilt shew thyself froward.
Context Explained
24Therefore hath the LORD recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
25With the merciful thou wilt shew thyself merciful; with an upright man thou wilt shew thyself upright;
26With the pure thou wilt shew thyself pure; and with the froward thou wilt shew thyself froward.
27For thou wilt save the afflicted people; but wilt bring down high looks.
28For thou wilt light my candle: the LORD my God will enlighten my darkness.
Key Themes
Related Cross References
Matthew 5:8
Both verses emphasize the blessing of purity and how it relates to seeing God.
James 4:8
This verse encourages drawing near to God with purity, resonating with the theme of Psalm 18:26.
Proverbs 3:32
Both verses highlight the importance of integrity and the character of God.
Source: Psalm 18:26