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Choose Your Circle Wisely
Commentators agree that this verse is a powerful statement on leadership. David, as king, committed to surrounding himself with trustworthy and upright people. Scholars like Calvin stress that a leader's effectiveness is tied to the character of their advisors and staff. This principle applies not just to rulers, but to anyone in authority, including employers and heads of households.
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Albert Barnes
On Psalms 101:6
18th Century
Theologian
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land ...—I will look to them to be employed in my house and in my service. The word ren…
Charles Spurgeon
On Psalm 101:6
19th Century
Preacher
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me:
Oh, that masters would pay more attention to the pie…
John Calvin
On Psalms 101:6
16th Century
Theologian
My eyes are towards the faithful of the land. David here sets forth another virtue of a wise prince, affirming that he will take care to m…
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John Gill
On Psalms 101:6
17th Century
Pastor
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land
To look them out, bring them to court, and promote them to places o…
Matthew Henry
On Psalms 101:1–8
17th Century
Minister
In this psalm, David declares how he intended to regulate his household and govern his kingdom, so that he might stop wickedness and encourage godl…