Psalms 101:6

Verse

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.

American Standard Version (1901)

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.

Bible in Basic English

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.

Free Bible Version

I look for faithful people to live with me; only those who are trustworthy will serve me.

Geneva Bible 1599

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.

King James (Authorized) Version

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.

One Unity Resource Bible

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.

Translation for Translators

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►.

Unlocked Literal Bible

I will look to the faithful of the land to sit at my side. Those who walk in the way of integrity may serve me.

Noah Webster Bible

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.

World English Bible

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.

Young's Literal Translation

Mine eyes are on the faithful of the land, To dwell with me, Whoso is walking in a perfect way, he serveth me.

Context

I Will Set No Worthless Thing before My Eyes

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.

Summary

In this verse, the psalmist expresses a desire for the righteous to surround him, indicating a commitment to walk in integrity and uprightness. The psalmist's intention is to have individuals of moral excellence as companions, reflecting a dedication to living a life pleasing to God. This verse underscores the importance of choosing wise and godly influences in one's life to maintain a lifestyle of righteousness and faithfulness. It serves as a reminder to seek out companions who will encourage and support a life of holiness and devotion to God. Ultimately, the verse highlights the significance of accountability and fellowship in the journey of faith.

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

Mine eyes . . . upon--or, I will select reliable and honest men for my servants.

John Gill Bible Commentary

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 land of Israel, though but few, and of which he complains, Psa 12:1. Christ's eyes are upon faithful persons, on faithful ministers of the word, who preach the Gospel faithfully, administer the ordinances truly, are faithful to the souls of men in watching over them, reproving and exhorting them; his eyes are upon them to keep and preserve them, and to honour and reward them with a crown of life that fadeth not away; and his eyes are also on faithful members of churches, such who truly believe in him, who hold fast the faithful word, and keep close to his worship and ordinances; his eyes are upon them, to show favour to them, to bestow blessings upon them, and to protect and defend them, and preserve them from perishing: that they may dwell with me; or, "sit with me" (p); at his table, or at the council board, or in judgment, and assist him in the affairs of government: so such as are faithful shall dwell with Christ both here and hereafter; they dwell in him and with him by faith, and have communion with him; they dwell in his house below, and shall dwell with him above for evermore: he that walketh in a perfect way; in God's way, in the way he has prescribed and directed, to what is perfect; in a way agreeable to his word, in all his commandments and ordinances, in Christ, the way, the truth, and the life: and in the way of perfect men (q), as it may be rendered; in the way that such walk; and though he does not walk perfectly, or without sin, yet sincerely and uprightly: he shall serve me; be taken into my service, be employed by me, as a prime minister, a counsellor, a secretary of state, or in other lesser places under David. But, as it refers to Christ, it signifies that such an one shall be a servant of his, which is no small honour; for, where he is, there shall his servant be, Joh 12:26. The Targum is, "he shall stand with my servants;'' in his house here, and at his right hand hereafter. (p) "ad sedendum", Montanus; "ut sedeant", V. L. Gejerus. (q) "in via integra vel integri", Michaelis.

Psalms 101:6

I Will Set No Worthless Thing before My Eyes

Scripture
Sermons
Commentary

Berean Standard Bible

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.

American Standard Version (1901)

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.

Bible in Basic English

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.

Free Bible Version

I look for faithful people to live with me; only those who are trustworthy will serve me.

Geneva Bible 1599

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.

King James (Authorized) Version

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.

One Unity Resource Bible

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.

Translation for Translators

Unlocked Literal Bible

I will look to the faithful of the land to sit at my side. Those who walk in the way of integrity may serve me.

Noah Webster Bible

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.

World English Bible

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.

Young's Literal Translation

Mine eyes are on the faithful of the land, To dwell with me, Whoso is walking in a perfect way, he serveth me.

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown
John Gill
Tyndale

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

Mine eyes . . . upon--or, I will select reliable and honest men for my servants.

John Gill Bible Commentary

Psalms 101:6

Verse

Context

I Will Set No Worthless Thing before My Eyes

Summary

Commentary

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes

Psalms 101:6

I Will Set No Worthless Thing before My Eyes

Jamieson-Fausset-Brown Bible Commentary

John Gill Bible Commentary

Tyndale Open Study Notes