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He who practices deceit won`t dwell within my house. He who speaks falsehood won`t be established before my eyes.

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Integrity in Your Inner Circle

Commentators explain this verse as a timeless leadership principle. David, as king, resolved to surround himself only with truthful people, from advisors to household staff. This sets a standard for any Christian leader, parent, or business owner: the integrity of your organization or family begins with the character of the people you keep in your inner circle.

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Albert Barnes

Albert Barnes

On Psalms 101:7

18th Century

Theologian

He that worketh deceit - This refers to the man who is dishonest, who is full of tricks, false pretenses, and devices; who cannot b…

Charles Ellicott

Charles Ellicott

On Psalms 101:7

19th Century

Bishop

Remain in my sighti.e., stand as a courtier in the royal presence. Compare Homer:

“Hateful to me as gates of hel…

Charles Spurgeon

Charles Spurgeon

On Psalm 101:6–7

19th Century

Preacher

He that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me. He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house: he that telleth lies shall not tar…

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John Calvin

John Calvin

On Psalms 101:7

16th Century

Theologian

He who works deceit shall not dwell in the midst of my house. This verse may be applied to all magistrates responsible for administering p…

John Gill

John Gill

On Psalms 101:7

17th Century

Pastor

He that worketh deceit shall not dwell within my house
Flatterers, sycophants, tricking and fraudulent persons, who …

Matthew Henry

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…

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