Parallel Verses
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
He that sitteth not by himself, but is lowly in his own eyes, and maketh much of them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth unto his neighbour, and disappointeth him not, though it were to his own hindrance.
New American Standard Bible
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King James Version
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.
Holman Bible
but honors those who fear the Lord,
who keeps his word whatever the cost,
International Standard Version
The one who despises those who are utterly wicked, but who honors the one who fears the LORD, who keeps his word even when it hurts and does not change,
A Conservative Version
in whose eyes a reprobate is despised, but who honors those who fear LORD, he that swears to his own hurt, and changes not,
American Standard Version
In whose eyes a reprobate is despised, But who honoreth them that fear Jehovah; He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not;
Amplified
In his eyes an evil person is despised,
But he honors those who fear the Lord [and obediently worship Him with awe-inspired reverence and submissive wonder].
He keeps his word even to his own disadvantage and does not change it [for his own benefit];
Darby Translation
In whose eyes the depraved person is contemned, and who honoureth them that fear Jehovah; who, if he have sworn to his own hurt, changeth it not;
Julia Smith Translation
In his eyes a reprobate being despised; and those fearing Jehovah, he will honor. Swearing to the friend, and he will not change.
King James 2000
In whose eyes a vile person is despised; but he honors them that fear the LORD. He that swears to his own hurt, and changes not.
Lexham Expanded Bible
In his eyes a rejected one [is] contemptible, but he honors those who respect Yahweh. He takes an oath to [his own] injury and does not retract it.
Modern King James verseion
in whose eyes the reprobate is despised, but he honors those who fear Jehovah; he has sworn to his hurt, and does not change it;
NET Bible
He despises a reprobate, but honors the Lord's loyal followers. He makes firm commitments and does not renege on his promise.
New Heart English Bible
In whose eyes a vile man is despised, but who honors those who fear the LORD; he who keeps an oath even when it hurts, and doesn't change;
The Emphasized Bible
Despised in his sight, is the reprobate, but, them who revere Yahweh, he doth honour, he hath sworn to his neighbour, and will not change;
Webster
In whose eyes a vile person is contemned; but he honoreth them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth to his own hurt, and changeth not.
World English Bible
In whose eyes a vile man is despised, but who honors those who fear Yahweh; he who keeps an oath even when it hurts, and doesn't change;
Youngs Literal Translation
Despised in his eyes is a rejected one, And those fearing Jehovah he doth honour. He hath sworn to suffer evil, and changeth not;
Themes
Abidance » Who shall abide in the lord’s tabernacle
Alliance and society with the enemies of God » Saints deprecate
Christian conduct » Honoring others
Covenants » The jews » Regarded, as sacred
Oaths » The jews » Generally respected the obligation of
Speech/communication » Those that speak the truth
Speech/communication » Those that do not speak maliciously
Steadfastness » Who shall not be moved
Swearing falsely » Saints abstain from
Swearing/vowing » Those that keep their vows even though they may be harmed
Truth » Those that speak the truth
Topics
Word Count of 19 Translations in Psalm 15:4
Verse Info
Context Readings
A Description Of The Godly
3 He that hath used no deceit in his tongue, nor done evil to his neighbour, and hath not slandered his neighbours. 4 He that sitteth not by himself, but is lowly in his own eyes, and maketh much of them that fear the LORD. He that sweareth unto his neighbour, and disappointeth him not, though it were to his own hindrance. 5 He that hath not given his money upon usury, nor taken reward against the innocent. Whoso doeth these things shall never fall.
Phrases
Names
Cross References
Judges 11:35
And when he saw her, he rent his clothes and said, "Alas, my daughter, thou hast made me stoop, and art one of them that trouble me. For I have opened my mouth unto the LORD, and cannot go back."
Esther 3:2
And all the king's servants that were in the gate, bowed their knees, and did reverenced unto Haman: for the king had so commanded. But Mordecai bowed not the knee, and worshiped him not.
Matthew 5:33
"Again, ye have heard how it was said to them of old time, 'Thou shalt not forswear thyself, but shalt perform thine oath to God':
Joshua 9:18-20
And the children of Israel slew them not, because the lords of the congregation had sworn unto them by the LORD God of Israel. And therefore all the multitude murmured against the lords.
2 Samuel 21:1-2
Then there fell a hunger in the days of David: three years, year by year. And David enquired of the LORD. And the LORD answered, "It is for Saul's sake and the house of blood, because he slew the Gibeonites."
2 Kings 3:13-14
And Elisha said to the king of Israel, "What have I to do with thee? Get thee to the prophets of thy father and of thy mother." And the king of Israel said unto him, "Oh nay, but hath the LORD called these three kings to deliver them into the hands of the Moabites?"
Job 32:21-22
I will regard no manner of person, no man will I spare.
Psalm 16:3
All my delight is upon the saints that are in the earth, and upon such as excel in virtue.
Psalm 101:4
A froward heart shall depart from me; I will not know a wicked person.
Psalm 101:6
Mine eyes shall look for such as be faithful in the land, that they may dwell with me. Whoso leadeth a godly life, he shall be my servant.
Psalm 119:63
I am a companion of all them that fear thee, and keep thy commandments.
Isaiah 32:5-6
Then shall the niggard be no more called gentle, nor the churl liberal.
Daniel 5:17-31
Daniel answered, and said before the king, "As for thy rewards, keep them to thyself, or give thy rich gifts to another: yet not the less, I will read the writing unto the king, and show him the interpretation thereof.
Matthew 12:49-50
And he stretched forth his hand over his disciples, and said, "Behold my mother and my brethren.
Acts 24:2-3
When Paul was called forth; Tertullus began to accuse him saying, "Seeing that we live in great quietness by the means of thee and that many good things are done unto this nation through thy providence:
Acts 24:25
And as he preached of righteousness, temperance, and judgment to come; Felix trembled, and answered, "Thou hast done enough at this time: depart. When I have a convenient time, I will send for thee."
Acts 28:10
and they did us great honour. And when we departed, they laded us with things necessary.
James 2:1-9
Brethren, have not the faith of our Lord Jesus Christ the Lord of glory in respect of persons.
1 John 3:14
We know that we are translated from death unto life, because we love the brethren. He that loveth not his brother, abideth in death.