Psalms 101:6
Psalms 101:6 in Multiple Translations
My eyes favor the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he who walks in the way of integrity shall minister to me.
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.
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 minister unto me.
My eyes will be on those of good faith in the land, so that they may be living in my house; he who is walking in the right way will be my servant.
I look for faithful people to live with me; only those who are trustworthy will serve me.
Mine eyes shalbe vnto the faithfull of the lande, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfite way, he shall serue me.
Mine eyes are on the faithful of the land, To dwell with me, Whoso is walking in a perfect way, he serveth me.
My eyes will be on the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me. He who walks in a perfect way, he will serve me.
My 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.
Through the voice of my groaning, my bone hath cleaved to my flesh.
I will approve of [IDM] people in this land who ◄are loyal to/faithfully obey► God, and I will allow them to ◄live with/work for► me. I will allow those who behave in such a way that no one can criticize them to ◄serve me/be my officials►.
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Psalms 101:6 Interlinear (Deep Study)
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עֵינַ֤/י
בְּ/נֶֽאֶמְנֵי
אֶרֶץ֮
לָ/שֶׁ֪בֶת
עִמָּ֫דִ֥/י
הֹ֭לֵךְ
בְּ/דֶ֣רֶךְ
תָּמִ֑ים
ה֝֗וּא
יְשָׁרְתֵֽ/נִי
עֵינַ֤/י
ʻayin
H5869
eye
N-cd | Suff
בְּ/נֶֽאֶמְנֵי
ʼâman
H539
be faithful
Prep | V-Niphal
אֶרֶץ֮
ʼerets
H776
land
N-cs
לָ/שֶׁ֪בֶת
yâshab
H3427
to dwell
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
עִמָּ֫דִ֥/י
ʻimmâd
H5978
with me
Prep | Suff
הֹ֭לֵךְ
hâlak
H1980
to go
V-Qal
בְּ/דֶ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
way
Prep | N-cs
תָּמִ֑ים
tâmîym
H8549
unblemished
Adj
ה֝֗וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
he/she/it
Pron
יְשָׁרְתֵֽ/נִי
shârath
H8334
to minister
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
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Hebrew Word Reference — Psalms 101:6
עֵינַ֤/י
ʻayin
H5869
"eye"
N-cd | Suff
This word can mean a spring or fountain, but also refers to the eye or a source of something. It is often translated as affliction, outward appearance, or countenance, and is used in various contexts throughout the Bible.
Definition: : eye 1) eye 1a) eye 1a1) of physical eye 1a2) as showing mental qualities 1a3) of mental and spiritual faculties (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 828 OT verses. KJV: affliction, outward appearance, [phrase] before, [phrase] think best, colour, conceit, [phrase] be content, countenance, [phrase] displease, eye((-brow), (-d), -sight), face, [phrase] favour, fountain, furrow (from the margin), [idiom] him, [phrase] humble, knowledge, look, ([phrase] well), [idiom] me, open(-ly), [phrase] (not) please, presence, [phrase] regard, resemblance, sight, [idiom] thee, [idiom] them, [phrase] think, [idiom] us, well, [idiom] you(-rselves). See also: Genesis 3:5; Exodus 34:9; Deuteronomy 28:67.
בְּ/נֶֽאֶמְנֵי
ʼâman
H539
"be faithful"
Prep | V-Niphal
This Hebrew word means to be faithful or trustworthy, as seen in the KJV translations. It can also mean to support or confirm something, and is used in passages like Psalm 37:3 to describe trusting in God. The concept of faithfulness is central to the book of Proverbs.
Definition: 1) to support, confirm, be faithful 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to support, confirm, be faithful, uphold, nourish 1a1a) foster-father (subst.) 1a1b) foster-mother, nurse 1a1c) pillars, supporters of the door 1b) (Niphal) 1b1) to be established, be faithful, be carried, make firm 1b1a) to be carried by a nurse 1b1b) made firm, sure, lasting 1b1c) confirmed, established, sure 1b1d) verified, confirmed 1b1e) reliable, faithful, trusty 1c) (Hiphil) 1c1) to stand firm, to trust, to be certain, to believe in 1c1a) stand firm 1c1b) trust, believe Aramaic equivalent: a.man (אֲמַן "to trust" H0540)
Usage: Occurs in 102 OT verses. KJV: hence, assurance, believe, bring up, establish, [phrase] fail, be faithful (of long continuance, stedfast, sure, surely, trusty, verified), nurse, (-ing father), (put), trust, turn to the right. See also: Genesis 15:6; Job 24:22; Psalms 12:2.
אֶרֶץ֮
ʼerets
H776
"land"
N-cs
The land or earth refers to the soil or ground, and can also mean a country, territory, or region. In the Bible, it is used to describe the earth and its inhabitants, and is often translated as 'land' or 'country'.
Definition: : soil 1) land, earth 1a) earth 1a1) whole earth (as opposed to a part) 1a2) earth (as opposed to heaven) 1a3) earth (inhabitants) 1b) land 1b1) country, territory 1b2) district, region 1b3) tribal territory 1b4) piece of ground 1b5) land of Canaan, Israel 1b6) inhabitants of land 1b7) Sheol, land without return, (under) world 1b8) city (-state) 1c) ground, surface of the earth 1c1) ground 1c2) soil 1d) (in phrases) 1d1) people of the land 1d2) space or distance of country (in measurements of distance) 1d3) level or plain country 1d4) land of the living 1d5) end(s) of the earth 1e) (almost wholly late in usage) 1e1) lands, countries 1e1a) often in contrast to Canaan
Usage: Occurs in 2190 OT verses. KJV: [idiom] common, country, earth, field, ground, land, [idiom] natins, way, [phrase] wilderness, world. See also: Genesis 1:1; Genesis 18:18; Genesis 42:13.
לָ/שֶׁ֪בֶת
yâshab
H3427
"to dwell"
Prep | V-Qal-Inf-a
This verb means to sit or dwell, and can also mean to remain or abide. It's used in the Bible to describe people living in a place or staying with someone, like in the book of Genesis.
Definition: 1) to dwell, remain, sit, abide 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to sit, sit down 1a2) to be set 1a3) to remain, stay 1a4) to dwell, have one's abode 1b) (Niphal) to be inhabited 1c) (Piel) to set, place 1d) (Hiphil) 1d1) to cause to sit 1d2) to cause to abide, set 1d3) to cause to dwell 1d4) to cause (cities) to be inhabited 1d5) to marry (give an dwelling to) 1e) (Hophal) 1e1) to be inhabited 1e2) to make to dwell Aramaic equivalent: ye.tiv (יְתִב "to dwell" H3488)
Usage: Occurs in 977 OT verses. KJV: (make to) abide(-ing), continue, (cause to, make to) dwell(-ing), ease self, endure, establish, [idiom] fail, habitation, haunt, (make to) inhabit(-ant), make to keep (house), lurking, [idiom] marry(-ing), (bring again to) place, remain, return, seat, set(-tle), (down-) sit(-down, still, -ting down, -ting (place) -uate), take, tarry. See also: Genesis 4:16; Leviticus 25:18; Joshua 13:6.
עִמָּ֫דִ֥/י
ʻimmâd
H5978
"with me"
Prep | Suff
Means 'with me', showing accompaniment, like in Psalm 23:4 where David says God is with him even in difficult times.
Definition: with A grammatical form of im (עִם "with" H5973A) § 1) with
Usage: Occurs in 44 OT verses. KJV: against, by, from, [phrase] me, [phrase] mine, of, [phrase] that I take, unto, upon, with(-in.) See also: Genesis 3:12; 1 Samuel 20:28; Psalms 23:4.
הֹ֭לֵךְ
hâlak
H1980
"to go"
V-Qal
Means to walk or go, used in many different contexts in the Bible. It can describe physical movement, but also spiritual or emotional journeys. Appears in various forms, such as 'to go' or 'to walk'.
Definition: : walk/move 1) to go, walk, come 1a) (Qal) 1a1) to go, walk, come, depart, proceed, move, go away 1a2) to die, live, manner of life (fig.) 1b) (Piel) 1b1) to walk 1b2) to walk (fig.) 1c) (Hithpael) 1c1) to traverse 1c2) to walk about 1d) (Niphal) to lead, bring, lead away, carry, cause to walk
Usage: Occurs in 473 OT verses. KJV: (all) along, apace, behave (self), come, (on) continually, be conversant, depart, [phrase] be eased, enter, exercise (self), [phrase] follow, forth, forward, get, go (about, abroad, along, away, forward, on, out, up and down), [phrase] greater, grow, be wont to haunt, lead, march, [idiom] more and more, move (self), needs, on, pass (away), be at the point, quite, run (along), [phrase] send, speedily, spread, still, surely, [phrase] tale-bearer, [phrase] travel(-ler), walk (abroad, on, to and fro, up and down, to places), wander, wax, (way-) faring man, [idiom] be weak, whirl. See also: Genesis 2:14; Judges 4:9; 1 Kings 13:12.
בְּ/דֶ֣רֶךְ
derek
H1870
"way"
Prep | N-cs
Derek refers to a road or path, and can also mean a way of life or manner of action. It is often used to describe a journey or direction, and can be used figuratively to describe a person's character or moral path.
Definition: : road/route 1) way, road, distance, journey, manner 1a) road, way, path 1b) journey 1c) direction 1d) manner, habit, way 1e) of course of life (fig.) 1f) of moral character (fig.)
Usage: Occurs in 626 OT verses. KJV: along, away, because of, [phrase] by, conversation, custom, (east-) ward, journey, manner, passenger, through, toward, (high-) (path-) way(-side), whither(-soever). See also: Genesis 3:24; Deuteronomy 28:29; 1 Kings 15:34.
תָּמִ֑ים
tâmîym
H8549
"unblemished"
Adj
This Hebrew word means unblemished or perfect, like an animal without defects. It describes something or someone that is whole and complete, like the sacrifices in Leviticus. It is used to describe integrity and truth.
Definition: : unblemished/perfect 1) complete, whole, entire, sound 1a) complete, whole, entire 1b) whole, sound, healthful 1c) complete, entire (of time) 1d) sound, wholesome, unimpaired, innocent, having integrity 1e) what is complete or entirely in accord with truth and fact (neuter adj/subst)
Usage: Occurs in 85 OT verses. KJV: without blemish, complete, full, perfect, sincerely (-ity), sound, without spot, undefiled, upright(-ly), whole. See also: Genesis 6:9; Deuteronomy 18:13; Psalms 15:2.
ה֝֗וּא
hûwʼ
H1931
"he/she/it"
Pron
This word is a pronoun meaning 'he', 'she', or 'it', used to refer to a person or thing. It is used in the Bible to emphasize a subject or make it clear who is being talked about.
Definition: pron 3p s 1) he, she, it 1a) himself (with emphasis) 1b) resuming subj with emphasis 1c) (with minimum emphasis following predicate) 1d) (anticipating subj) 1e) (emphasising predicate) 1f) that, it (neuter) demons pron 2) that (with article)
Usage: Occurs in 1693 OT verses. KJV: he, as for her, him(-self), it, the same, she (herself), such, that (...it), these, they, this, those, which (is), who. See also: Genesis 2:11; Genesis 32:19; Exodus 21:3.
יְשָׁרְתֵֽ/נִי
shârath
H8334
"to minister"
V-Piel-Imperf-3ms | Suff
This verb means to serve or minister to someone, often in a worship or temple setting. It is used to describe the work of priests and Levites in the Old Testament.
Definition: (Piel) to minister, serve, minister to
Usage: Occurs in 92 OT verses. KJV: minister (unto), (do) serve(-ant, -ice, -itor), wait on. See also: Genesis 39:4; 1 Chronicles 26:12; Psalms 101:6.
Study Notes — Psalms 101:6
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- Context
- Cross References
- Psalms 101:6 Summary
- Frequently Asked Questions
- Reflection Questions
- Gill's Exposition on Psalms 101:6
- Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 101:6
- Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
- Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
- Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
- Cambridge Bible on Psalms 101:6
- Barnes' Notes on Psalms 101:6
- Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
- Sermons on Psalms 101:6
Context — I Will Set No Worthless Thing before My Eyes
4A perverse heart shall depart from me; I will know nothing of evil.
5Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure.
6My eyes favor the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he who walks in the way of integrity shall minister to me.
7No one who practices deceit shall dwell in my house; no one who tells lies shall stand in my presence. 8Every morning I will remove all the wicked of the land, that I may cut off every evildoer from the city of the LORD.Cross References
| Reference | Text (BSB) | |
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| 1 | Psalms 119:63 | I am a friend to all who fear You, and to those who keep Your precepts. |
| 2 | Luke 12:43–44 | Blessed is that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. |
| 3 | Revelation 21:3 | And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying: “Behold, the dwelling place of God is with man, and He will dwell with them. They will be His people, and God Himself will be with them as their God. |
| 4 | John 12:26 | If anyone serves Me, he must follow Me; and where I am, My servant will be as well. If anyone serves Me, the Father will honor him. |
| 5 | Psalms 119:1–3 | Blessed are those whose way is blameless, who walk in the Law of the LORD. Blessed are those who keep His testimonies and seek Him with all their heart. They do no iniquity; they walk in His ways. |
| 6 | Romans 13:1–4 | Everyone must submit himself to the governing authorities, for there is no authority except that which is from God. The authorities that exist have been appointed by God. Consequently, whoever resists authority is opposing what God has set in place, and those who do so will bring judgment on themselves. For rulers are not a terror to good conduct, but to bad. Do you want to be unafraid of the one in authority? Then do what is right, and you will have his approval. For he is God’s servant for your good. But if you do wrong, be afraid, for he does not carry the sword in vain. He is God’s servant, an agent of retribution to the wrongdoer. |
| 7 | John 17:24 | Father, I want those You have given Me to be with Me where I am, that they may see the glory You gave Me because You loved Me before the foundation of the world. |
| 8 | Philippians 3:12–15 | Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already been made perfect, but I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me. Brothers, I do not consider myself yet to have taken hold of it. But one thing I do: Forgetting what is behind and straining toward what is ahead, I press on toward the goal to win the prize of God’s heavenly calling in Christ Jesus. All of us who are mature should embrace this point of view. And if you think differently about some issue, God will reveal this to you as well. |
| 9 | Matthew 24:45 | Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the others their food at the proper time? |
| 10 | Proverbs 28:28 | When the wicked come to power, people hide themselves; but when they perish, the righteous flourish. |
Psalms 101:6 Summary
This verse, Psalms 101:6, is saying that God looks favorably on those who are faithful and honest, and He wants them to be close to Him. To be faithful and honest means to trust and obey God, and to live a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Psalms 37:3 and Proverbs 10:9. When we live this kind of life, we can have a close relationship with God and serve Him in meaningful ways, as encouraged in Romans 12:1 and Hebrews 12:28. By following God's teachings and living with integrity, we can experience the joy and peace that comes from being in a right relationship with Him, as stated in Psalms 16:11 and Matthew 5:8.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does it mean to be faithful in the land?
To be faithful in the land means to trust and obey God, living a life that honors Him, as seen in Psalms 37:3, which says to trust in the Lord and do good, and in Proverbs 10:9, which says that the man of integrity walks securely.
How can I walk in the way of integrity?
Walking in the way of integrity involves living a life of honesty, truthfulness, and moral uprightness, as encouraged in Proverbs 11:3, and being guided by God's Word, as stated in Psalms 119:1-3.
What does it mean to minister to God?
Ministering to God means to serve and worship Him, as seen in Romans 12:1, where we are called to offer our bodies as a living sacrifice, and in Hebrews 12:28, where we are encouraged to offer acceptable worship to God.
How can I ensure I am dwelling with God?
Dwelling with God involves having a personal relationship with Him through faith in Jesus Christ, as stated in John 15:4-7, and living a life that is pleasing to Him, as seen in Psalms 15:1-5 and Matthew 5:8.
Reflection Questions
- What are some areas in my life where I can demonstrate faithfulness to God, and how can I practically live out my faith in those areas?
- How can I cultivate a heart of integrity, and what are some potential consequences of not doing so?
- In what ways can I minister to God in my daily life, and what are some common obstacles that might hinder my service to Him?
- What does it mean for my eyes to 'favor the faithful of the land', and how can I develop a similar perspective in my own life?
Gill's Exposition on Psalms 101:6
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land,.... To look them out, bring them to court, and promote them to places of honour and trust; such an one was David himself, and such there were in the
Jamieson-Fausset-Brown on Psalms 101:6
Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer. -How the king will act in his public capacity. He will not endure slander or pride.
Matthew Poole's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful; either, 1. To find them out. Or, 2. To favour or encourage them, as this phrase is oft used, as 40:4. The faithful; men of truth, justice, and integrity, who will be faithful, first to God, and then to me and to my people. Dwell with me; or, to sit, or abide, or converse with me, in my house, and counsels, and public administrations. In a perfect way; in the way of God’ s precepts, which are pure and perfect. He shall serve me in domestic and public employments.
Trapp's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
Psalms 101:6 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.Ver. 6. Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land] i.e. Let them live where they will, I will hearken them out, and find them out. The Rabbis say, that here David repenteth him of taking into his service and tuition those indebted and discontented persons, men of broken fortunes and loose manners, 1 Samuel 22:1-2, and resolveth to be better advised in the choosing and using of his retinue when he cometh to the kingdom, that his court might be like that of Cyrus, whereof Xenophon saith, that though a man should seek or choose blindfold, he could not miss of a good man (Cyrop. l. 8). Zonaros mainly commendeth Valentinian I and Leo Armeuius, emperors, for their good choice of both civil and military officers. He condemneth as much Macrinus for the contrary. He shall serve me] λειτουργησειμοι, he shall be of honourable employment about me, as Joseph was to Pharaoh, Cromwell to Henry VIII, his vicar-general.
Adam Clarke's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
Verse 6. Mine eyes] My approbation. Upon the faithful] The humble, upright followers of God. That they may dwell with me] Be my confidants and privy counsellors. No irreligious or wicked man, whatever his abilities may be, shall be countenanced or supported by me. I will purify my court from the base, the irreligious, the avaricious, the venal, the profligate, and the wicked. He that walketh in a perfect way] He that is truly religious. He shall serve me.] Shall be my prime minister, and the chief officer in my army, and over my finances.
Cambridge Bible on Psalms 101:6
6. He is ever on the look out for men of probity and integrity to be his companions and confidential ministers. he shall serve me] He shall minister unto me (R.V.).
Barnes' Notes on Psalms 101:6
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land ... - I will look to them to be employed in my house, and in my service. The word rendered “faithful” means those who are worthy of belief or confidence.
Whedon's Commentary on Psalms 101:6
6. Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful—I will choose my officers of government with reference to their moral qualities and merit, rather than to the accidents of wealth or birth.
Sermons on Psalms 101:6
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(Luke) 49 - Cleansing of the Temple-Chap19 by Ed Miller | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the second cleansing of the temple by Jesus. He explains that this event is a picture of the heart and ministry of Jesus. Jesus enters the te |
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Precious in the Sight of God by K.P. Yohannan | K.P. Yohannan emphasizes the significance of fearing God, illustrating that this reverence is what makes individuals precious in His sight. He highlights Job as a prime example, no |
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Are You a Withered Leaf by John Gifford Bellett | John Gifford Bellett preaches on the importance of living a fruitful and purposeful life, drawing from the contrasting examples of Isaac, Abraham, Moses, David, and Paul. Bellett e |
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The Mighty Presence of God - Part 1 (Cd Quality) by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the need to look beyond the physical representation of the Bible and seek the deeper spiritual reality it represents. The central figure in t |
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In My Father's House by A.W. Tozer | In this sermon, the preacher discusses the fall of man and its consequences. He emphasizes that when Adam and Eve sinned, they lost their privilege to live on earth permanently and |
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A Psalm of Thanksgiving by Chuck Smith | In this sermon, the speaker discusses the innate human desire to worship something. He mentions how in ancient religions, people worshipped the stars, constellations, and planets. |
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Let the House Be Builded - Part 1of3 by T. Austin-Sparks | In this sermon, the speaker emphasizes the importance of understanding God's all-inclusive purpose. He highlights that while Christianity has many aspects, such as evangelism, teac |