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The Book of Psalms

Psalm 15

Who Can Abide in God’s Sanctuary?

A Psalm of David.

1“O LORD, who may abide in Your sanctuary?
Who may dwell on Your holy mountain?”

2 “He who walks blamelessly,
who does what is right, who speaks the truth from his heart, 3 who does not slander with his tongue,
who does no wrong to his friend, who does not bring reproach upon his fellow man, 4 in whose eyes a vile person is despised
but honours those who fear the LORD, who keeps his oath
even when it hurts, 5 who does not lend money at interest,
and who refuses to accept a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things
will never be shaken.”




About Psalms Chapter 15

Book I · Psalms 1–41 — Prayer, lament, trust and wisdom

What happens

In answer to the question of who may dwell in God’s sanctuary, the poet describes a person of integrity: truthful, fair, loyal, free from slander and unwilling to exploit a neighbour for gain.

Why it matters

Worship and daily character cannot be separated. Reverence for God must become visible in truthful speech, just dealings and faithful treatment of others.

Key verse

“He who walks blamelessly, who does what is right, who speaks the truth from his heart,”

Psalm 15:2 · CELV

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