King James Version
Psalm 15
Forming an entrance liturgy or temple gate psalm, Psalm 15 outlines the moral character required for anyone seeking to dwell in sacred space. Rather than focusing on ritual offerings, the text emphasizes ethical integrity, honest speech, justice toward neighbors, and keeping promises even at personal cost. Situated in the first collection of Psalms, it stands as a clear reminder that true worship requires an upright life and compassionate conduct. The psalm answers its own opening inquiry about divine fellowship with the defining line, "He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart."
1 Lord, who shall abide in thy tabernacle? who shall dwell in thy holy hill?
2 He that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.
3 He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour.
4 In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoureth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.
5 He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth these things shall never be moved.
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