Commentary Critical and Explanatory on the Whole Bible
Psalms 14
walketh--(Compare Psa 1:1). uprightly--in a complete manner, as to all parts of conduct (Gen 17:1), not as to degree. worketh--or, "does." righteousness--what is right. in his heart--sincerely (Pro 23:7).
He neither slanders nor spreads slander.
Love and hate are regulated by a regard to God. sweareth . . . hurt--or what so results (compare Lev 5:4).
(Compare Lev 25:37; Deu 23:19-20). usury is derived from a verb meaning "to bite." All gains made by the wrongful loss of others are forbidden. taketh reward, &c.--The innocent would not otherwise be condemned (compare Exo 23:8; Deu 16:19). Bribery of all sorts is denounced. doeth these, &c.--Such persons admitted to God's presence and favor shall never be moved (Psa 10:6; Psa 13:5). Next: Psalms Chapter 16
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