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Tyndale Open Study Notes on Psalms 15:1

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Tyndale Open Study Notes
Tyndale House Publishers · Modern study notes
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Pss 15–19 The psalms in this section affirm integrity and purity (17:15; 18:20-26; 19:13-14). They refer to people as dwelling in God’s presence (16:9-11; 17:15) and as not being shaken (15:5; 16:8). Ps 15 In this wisdom poem, the psalmist contrasts the lifestyle of the godly with the actions of fools (Ps 14). The questions in this psalm invite readers to examine themselves and to look away from problems with the wicked. The question of who dwells in God’s presence leads into a description of godly character qualities (cp. 24:3-6; Isa 33:14-16). 15:1 Only the godly may reside in the Lord’s presence (5:4). As his guests, they experience his hospitality and protection. • sanctuary (or tent): In David’s time, God’s sanctuary was a tent (the Tabernacle; see 1 Sam 21:6; 2 Sam 6:17; 7:6; 12:20; 1 Chr 6:32).
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