Psalm 15:1

Albert Barnes' Notes on the Whole Bible - Psalms 15:1

Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? - Margin, “sojourn.” The Hebrew word means properly to “sojourn;” that is, to abide in a place as a sojourner or stranger; not permanently, but only for a while. The idea in this place is taken from the word “tabernacle” or “tent,” with which one naturally associates the thought of sojourning, rather than that of a permanent abode. Compare Hebrews 11:9. It should not be inferred, however, that it is meant here that the residence with God would be... read more

Joseph Benson

Joseph Benson's Commentary of the Old and New Testaments - Psalms 15:1

Psalms 15:1. Lord, who shall, &c. The psalmist proposes this question to God, that the answer, coming from the Supreme Lord of earth and heaven, the Lawgiver and Judge of men and angels, might have the greater authority and influence on men’s consciences. Who shall abide Hebrew מי יגור , mi jagur, who shall sojourn in thy tabernacle? In thy church here, and be a true member thereof, and an acceptable worshipper of thee therein? Who shall dwell Hebrew, ישׁכן , jishchon, shall... read more

Donald C. Fleming

Bridgeway Bible Commentary - Psalms 15:1-5

Psalms 14-17 Godly people in ungodly societyContinuing the theme of Psalms 10-13 (concerning the godly person who is downtrodden), the psalmist notes what happens when people refuse to acknowledge God and live as if he does not care about their actions. The result is a corrupt society (14:1-3). Because they have rejected God they have rejected the true standard by which to judge good and evil. They live solely for themselves, with no consideration for others and no thought for God (4). But in... read more

E.W. Bullinger

E.W. Bullinger's Companion Bible Notes - Psalms 15:1

LORD. Hebrew. Jehovah. App-4 . tabernacle = tent: i.e. dwelling, or home. Some codices, with one early printed edition, read "tents"; plural of majesty = Thy heavenly home. See App-40 . dwell = abide continually. Figure of speech Anabasis . App-6 . holy hill = holy mountain: i.e. Mount Zion; the type of the heavenly kingdom. read more

James Burton Coffman

Coffman Commentaries on the Bible - Psalms 15:1

PSALM 15DESCRIPTION OF THE RIGHTEOUS (A PSALM OF DAVID).The question and answer format of this psalm has led to some rather fanciful notions on the part of commentators regarding the possible use of it in the temple ceremonies. Kidner believed that it might have been, "Modeled on what took place in certain sanctuaries of the ancient world."[1] When a group of worshippers approached the temple, the worshippers raised the question of who should be admitted, and the priest responded with a list of... read more

Thomas Coke

Thomas Coke Commentary on the Holy Bible - Psalms 15:1

Psalms 15:0. David describeth a citizen of Zion. A Psalm of David. Title.— לדוד מזמור mizmor ledavid. It is not known with any certainty when David composed this Psalm. Bishop Patrick thinks that it was upon his bringing the ark to mount Sion, 2 Samuel 6., or upon his being restored to it again, after having been driven from it by Absalom. The latter part of it is an answer to the question in the first verse, which gains additional authority as being delivered by God himself. It contains a fine... read more

Robert Jamieson; A. R. Fausset; David Brown

Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible - Psalms 15:1

1. abide—or, "sojourn" (compare Psalms 5:4), where it means under God's protection here, as (Psalms 23:6; Psalms 27:4; Psalms 27:6) communion. tabernacle—seat of the ark (2 Samuel 6:17), the symbol of God's presence. holy hill—(Compare 2 Samuel 6:17- :). read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 15:1

1. David’s question 15:1In his prayer, the psalmist asked Yahweh who could have fellowship with Him, namely, what kind of person. "Abiding in the Lord’s tent" or sanctuary (i.e., the tabernacle David had pitched) and "dwelling on His holy hill" (i.e., Mt. Zion) picture a person who is the guest of God. Guests in the ancient Near East were those who had an intimate relationship with their host, who had extended his protection and provisions to them (cf. Psalms 5:4). read more

Thomas Constable

Expository Notes of Dr. Thomas Constable - Psalms 15:1-5

Psalms 15In this psalm, David reflected on the importance of a pure character for those who would worship God and have an intimate relationship with Him. Stylistically, it begins with a question and ends with a promise (cf. Isaiah 33:14-16). This style marks the wisdom literature, and many scholars consider this a wisdom psalm. [Note: E.g., Dahood, 1:83; and VanGemeren, pp. 147-48.] Brueggemann classified it as a Torah psalm. [Note: Brueggemann, p. 42.] The wise person in this psalm contrasts... read more

John Dummelow

John Dummelow's Commentary on the Bible - Psalms 15:1-5

In this Ps. we have a fine summary of the essentials of OT. piety. It sets forth the character and conduct required in the worshipper for acceptance with God. The occasion of its composition may have been the bringing of the ark to Jerusalem (2 Samuel 6:17). Cp. with the whole Ps. Isaiah 33:14, Isaiah 33:15. This is another of the Pss. for Ascension Day.1. Abide] RV ’sojourn.’ The worshipper is conceived as the guest of God. Tabernacle] lit. ’tent,’ the kind of structure prepared by David for... read more

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