Bible Chapter Summary
Psalms 101 Summary
A Pledge of Righteous Rule
The psalmist commits to singing of mercy and judgment unto the Lord, and pledges to conduct himself with perfect wisdom and integrity. He resolves to set no wicked thing before his eyes, to cut off those who slander or deal in pride, and to keep only the faithful near him. He declares he will early destroy all the wicked from the land to keep his house pure.
Key themes
Key verses
Psalms 101:1
“I will sing of mercy and judgment: unto thee, O LORD, will I sing.”
Psalms 101:2
“I will behave myself wisely in a perfect way. O when wilt thou come unto me? I will walk within my house with a perfect heart.”
Psalms 101:7-8
“He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house: he that telleth lies shall not tarry in my sight.”
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