He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour.
He doesn't gossip or spread rumors with his words, doesn't harm his neighbor, and doesn't listen to or repeat accusations against his neighbor.
This verse describes someone who refuses to gossip, harm others, or spread negative stories about the people around them.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 15 is a wisdom psalm attributed to King David, describing the character traits required for someone to dwell in God's presence and worship Him fully. In the cultural setting of ancient Israel, this verse highlights the importance of honest speech and just behavior toward neighbors, drawing from the ethical standards in the Mosaic Law that emphasized community integrity and loyalty. Backbiting and harming others were viewed as serious breaches of God's commands, disrupting social harmony in a society where personal relationships were deeply intertwined with faith.
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