Parallel Verses
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,
New American Standard Bible
But
He
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,
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;
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.
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 The one who does not slander with his tongue, who does no evil to his neighbor, and who does not destroy his friend's reputation. 4 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, 5 who does not loan his money with interest, and who does not take a bribe against those who are innocent. The one who does these things will stand firm forever. A special Davidic Psalm.
Phrases
Names
Cross References
Judges 11:35
When he saw her, he ripped his clothes and cried out, "Oh no! My daughter! You have terribly burdened me! You've joined those who are causing me trouble, because I've given my word to the LORD, and I cannot go back on it.
Esther 3:2
All the king's ministers who were in the king's gate would kneel and bow down to Haman, because the king had commanded that Haman be honored in this way. Mordecai, however, would not kneel and would not bow down.
Matthew 5:33
"Again, you have heard that it was told those who lived long ago, "You must not swear an oath falsely,' but, "You must fulfill your oaths to the Lord.'
Joshua 9:18-20
The Israelis did not attack them, because the leaders of the congregation had made an oath with them in the name of the LORD, the God of Israel. Nevertheless, the entire congregation grumbled against their leaders.
2 Samuel 21:1-2
One time there was a famine during David's reign that went on for three straight years. David sought the LORD, who said, "Saul and his household are guilty because he executed the Gibeonites."
2 Kings 3:13-14
Elisha asked the king of Israel, "What do I have in common with you? Go visit your parents' prophets." The king of Israel replied, "No! The LORD has summoned these three kings so he can hand them over to Moab!"
Job 32:21-22
I won't discriminate against anyone, and I won't flatter any person,
Psalm 16:3
As for the saints that are in the land, they are noble, and all my delight is in them.
Psalm 101:4
I will not allow anyone with a perverted mind in my presence; I will not be involved with anything evil.
Psalm 101:6
My eyes are looking at the faithful of the land, so they may live with me; The one who lives a life of integrity will serve me.
Psalm 119:63
I am united with all who fear you, and with everyone who keeps your precepts.
Isaiah 32:5-6
People will no longer call a fool noble, nor will a bad person be declared honorable.
Daniel 5:17-31
At this, Daniel answered, speaking directly to the king, "Let your gifts and rewards be given to someone else. However, I'll read the writing for the king and tell him its meaning.
Matthew 12:49-50
Then pointing with his hand at his disciples, he said, "Here are my mother and my brothers,
Acts 24:2-3
When Paul had been summoned, Tertullus opened the prosecution by saying:
Acts 24:25
As Paul talked about righteousness, self-control, and the coming judgment, Felix became afraid and said, "For the present you may go. When I get a chance, I will send for you again."
Acts 28:10
The islanders honored us in many ways, and when we were about to sail again, they supplied us with everything we needed.
James 2:1-9
My brothers, do not let your faith in our glorious Lord Jesus, the Messiah, be tainted by favoritism.
1 John 3:14
We know that we have passed from death to life, because we love one another. The person who does not love remains spiritually dead.