Verse (Click for Chapter) New International Version Whoever slanders their neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; whoever has haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not tolerate. New Living Translation I will not tolerate people who slander their neighbors. I will not endure conceit and pride. English Standard Version Whoever slanders his neighbor secretly I will destroy. Whoever has a haughty look and an arrogant heart I will not endure. Berean Standard Bible Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure. King James Bible Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer. New King James Version Whoever secretly slanders his neighbor, Him I will destroy; The one who has a haughty look and a proud heart, Him I will not endure. New American Standard Bible Whoever secretly slanders his neighbor, him I will destroy; I will not endure one who has a haughty look and an arrogant heart. NASB 1995 Whoever secretly slanders his neighbor, him I will destroy; No one who has a haughty look and an arrogant heart will I endure. NASB 1977 Whoever secretly slanders his neighbor, him I will destroy; No one who has a haughty look and an arrogant heart will I endure. Legacy Standard Bible Whoever secretly slanders his neighbor, him I will destroy; Whoever has a haughty look and an arrogant heart, I will not endure. Amplified Bible Whoever secretly slanders his neighbor, him I will silence; The one who has a haughty look and a proud (arrogant) heart I will not tolerate. Christian Standard Bible I will destroy anyone who secretly slanders his neighbor; I cannot tolerate anyone with haughty eyes or an arrogant heart. Holman Christian Standard Bible I will destroy anyone who secretly slanders his neighbor; I cannot tolerate anyone with haughty eyes or an arrogant heart. American Standard Version Whoso privily slandereth his neighbor, him will I destroy: Him that hath a high look and a proud heart will I not suffer. Contemporary English Version Anyone who spreads gossip will be silenced; no one who is conceited will be my friend. English Revised Version Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I destroy: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will I not suffer. GOD'S WORD® Translation I will destroy anyone who secretly slanders his neighbor. I will not tolerate anyone with a conceited look or arrogant heart. Good News Translation I will get rid of anyone who whispers evil things about someone else; I will not tolerate anyone who is proud and arrogant. International Standard Version I will destroy the one who secretly slanders a friend. I will not allow the proud and haughty to prevail. Majority Standard Bible Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure. NET Bible I will destroy anyone who slanders his neighbor in secret. I will not tolerate anyone who has a cocky demeanor and an arrogant attitude. New Heart English Bible I will silence whoever secretly slanders his neighbor. I won't tolerate one who is haughty and conceited. Webster's Bible Translation Whoever privily slandereth his neighbor, him will I cut off: him that hath a high look and a proud heart I will not suffer. World English Bible I will silence whoever secretly slanders his neighbor. I won’t tolerate one who is arrogant and conceited. Literal Translations Literal Standard VersionWhoever slanders his neighbor in secret, "" Him I cut off, "" The high of eyes and proud of heart, "" Him I do not endure. Young's Literal Translation Whoso slandereth in secret his neighbour, Him I cut off, The high of eyes and proud of heart, him I endure not. Smith's Literal Translation Slandering his neighbor in secret, him will I cut off: him being lofty of eyes and broad of heart, with him I will not eat. Catholic Translations Douay-Rheims BibleThe man that in private detracted his neighbour, him did I persecute. With him that had a proud eye, and an unsatiable heart, I would not eat. Catholic Public Domain Version New American Bible Whoever slanders a neighbor in secret I will reduce to silence. Haughty eyes and arrogant hearts I cannot endure. New Revised Standard Version One who secretly slanders a neighbor I will destroy. A haughty look and an arrogant heart I will not tolerate. Translations from Aramaic Lamsa BibleHe who accuses his neighbor falsely will I destroy; with him who has a high look and a proud heart I will not eat. Peshitta Holy Bible Translated I have destroyed him who secretly slanders his neighbor; I have not eaten with him whose eyes are lofty and is enlarged in his heart. OT Translations JPS Tanakh 1917Whoso slandereth his neighbour in secret, him will I destroy; Whoso is haughty of eye and proud of heart, him will I not suffer. Brenton Septuagint Translation Him that privily speaks against his neighbour, him have I driven from me: he that is proud in look and insatiable in heart, - with him I have not eaten. Additional Translations ... Audio Bible Context I will Set No Worthless Thing Before My Eyes…4A perverse heart shall depart from me; I will know nothing of evil. 5Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure. 6My eyes favor the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he who walks in the way of integrity shall minister to me.… Cross References Proverbs 6:16-19 There are six things that the LORD hates, seven that are detestable to Him: / haughty eyes, a lying tongue, hands that shed innocent blood, / a heart that devises wicked schemes, feet that run swiftly to evil, ... James 4:11 Brothers, do not slander one another. Anyone who speaks against his brother or judges him speaks against the law and judges it. And if you judge the law, you are not a practitioner of the law, but a judge of it. Proverbs 11:13 A gossip reveals a secret, but a trustworthy person keeps a confidence. Matthew 12:36-37 But I tell you that men will give an account on the day of judgment for every careless word they have spoken. / For by your words you will be acquitted, and by your words you will be condemned.” Proverbs 10:18 The one who conceals hatred has lying lips, and whoever spreads slander is a fool. Ephesians 4:31 Get rid of all bitterness, rage and anger, outcry and slander, along with every form of malice. Proverbs 16:28 A perverse man spreads dissension, and a gossip divides close friends. Romans 1:29-30 They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, / slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful. They invent new forms of evil; they disobey their parents. Proverbs 20:19 He who reveals secrets is a constant gossip; avoid the one who babbles with his lips. 1 Corinthians 5:11 But now I am writing you not to associate with anyone who claims to be a brother but is sexually immoral or greedy, an idolater or a verbal abuser, a drunkard or a swindler. With such a man do not even eat. Proverbs 26:20-22 Without wood, a fire goes out; without gossip, a conflict ceases. / Like charcoal for embers and wood for fire, so is a quarrelsome man for kindling strife. / The words of a gossip are like choice morsels that go down into the inmost being. 2 Corinthians 12:20 For I am afraid that when I come, I may not find you as I wish, and you may not find me as you wish. I fear that there may be quarreling, jealousy, rage, rivalry, slander, gossip, arrogance, and disorder. Proverbs 25:23 As the north wind brings forth rain, so a backbiting tongue brings angry looks. Colossians 3:8 But now you must put aside all such things as these: anger, rage, malice, slander, and filthy language from your lips. Proverbs 21:23 He who guards his mouth and tongue keeps his soul from distress. Treasury of Scripture Whoever privately slanders his neighbor, him will I cut off: him that has an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer. whoso Psalm 15:3 He that backbiteth not with his tongue, nor doeth evil to his neighbour, nor taketh up a reproach against his neighbour. Psalm 50:20 Thou sittest and speakest against thy brother; thou slanderest thine own mother's son. Exodus 29:16 And thou shalt slay the ram, and thou shalt take his blood, and sprinkle it round about upon the altar. an high Psalm 10:2-4 The wicked in his pride doth persecute the poor: let them be taken in the devices that they have imagined… Psalm 18:27 For thou wilt save the afflicted people; but wilt bring down high looks. Psalm 138:6 Though the LORD be high, yet hath he respect unto the lowly: but the proud he knoweth afar off. Luke 18:14 I tell you, this man went down to his house justified rather than the other: for every one that exalteth himself shall be abased; and he that humbleth himself shall be exalted. 1 Peter 5:5,6 Likewise, ye younger, submit yourselves unto the elder. Yea, all of you be subject one to another, and be clothed with humility: for God resisteth the proud, and giveth grace to the humble… Jump to Previous Arrogant Conceited Cut Death Destroy Disgusting Endure Evil Eyes Haughty Heart High Looks Neighbor Neighbour Pride Privily Proud Secret Secretly Silence Slandereth Slanders Suffer Tolerate Won'tJump to Next Arrogant Conceited Cut Death Destroy Disgusting Endure Evil Eyes Haughty Heart High Looks Neighbor Neighbour Pride Privily Proud Secret Secretly Silence Slandereth Slanders Suffer Tolerate Won'tPsalm 101 1. David makes a vow and profession of godliness.Whoever slanders his neighbor in secret, I will put to silence; This phrase emphasizes the sin of slander, which is speaking false or malicious statements about someone to damage their reputation. In biblical times, slander was a serious offense, as it could lead to social ostracism or even legal consequences. The Bible consistently condemns slander (Proverbs 10:18, James 4:11), highlighting the importance of truth and integrity in relationships. The phrase "in secret" suggests deceit and cowardice, as the slanderer hides their actions from public view. The commitment to "put to silence" such individuals reflects a divine standard of justice, where God, through His appointed leaders, seeks to protect the community from the destructive power of falsehood. This aligns with the broader biblical theme of God as a defender of truth and righteousness (Psalm 31:18). the one with haughty eyes and a proud heart, I will not endure. Persons / Places / Events 1. DavidTraditionally attributed as the author of Psalm 101, David is expressing his commitment to righteousness and justice in his reign as king. 2. Neighbor Represents fellow members of the community or society, emphasizing the importance of maintaining integrity in relationships. 3. God The ultimate judge who upholds justice and righteousness, and who David seeks to emulate in his leadership. 4. The Wicked Those who engage in slander and pride, whom David vows to silence and not endure. 5. The Kingdom of Israel The context in which David is setting these standards, aiming to establish a kingdom that reflects God's values. Teaching Points Guarding Our SpeechWe must be vigilant about the words we speak, avoiding slander and gossip, as these are detestable to God. Cultivating Humility Pride is a barrier to a relationship with God. We should strive for humility, recognizing our dependence on Him. Righteous Leadership Like David, leaders should commit to upholding justice and righteousness, refusing to tolerate slander and pride. Community Integrity As members of a community, we should foster an environment of trust and respect, refraining from secretive and harmful speech. God's Standard of Justice Understanding that God does not endure slander and pride should motivate us to align our lives with His standards.(5) Whoso . . .--The "informer" and the "haughty favourite" are no unknown characters in an Oriental court. Proud heart.--Literally, broad, that is, extended with pride. (Comp. Proverbs 21:4.) But LXX. and Vulg., "insatiable." Will not I suffer.--In Hebrew a simple and expressive "I cannot," to which we can supply "bear," from Jeremiah 44:22. (Comp. Isaiah 1:13 : "I cannot away with.") Verse 5. - Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I out off. (On the heinousness of slander, see Psalm 15:3; Psalm 31:13; Psalm 50:20, etc.) It is probably not meant that the slanderer will be put to death, but only that he will be banished, at any rate from the court, and, so far as possible, put down. Him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer. "Lofty looks" and a "proud heart" are again conjoined in Proverbs 21:4, Solomon showing that he paid attention to his father's lessons. David himself disclaims both in Psalm 131:1.Parallel Commentaries ... Hebrew Whoever slandersמְלָשְׁנִ֬י (mə·lā·šə·nî) Verb - Piel - Participle - masculine singular construct Strong's 3960: To wag the tongue, to calumniate his neighbor רֵעֵהוּ֮ (rê·‘ê·hū) Noun - masculine singular construct | third person masculine singular Strong's 7453: Friend, companion, fellow in secret, בַסֵּ֨תֶר ׀ (ḇas·sê·ṯer) Preposition-b, Article | Noun - masculine singular Strong's 5643: A covering, hiding place, secrecy I will put to silence; אַ֫צְמִ֥ית (’aṣ·mîṯ) Verb - Hifil - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 6789: To put an end to, exterminate the one with haughty גְּֽבַהּ־ (gə·ḇah-) Adjective - masculine singular construct Strong's 1362: High, proud eyes עֵ֭ינַיִם (‘ê·na·yim) Noun - cd Strong's 5869: An eye, a fountain and a proud וּרְחַ֣ב (ū·rə·ḥaḇ) Conjunctive waw | Adjective - masculine singular construct Strong's 7342: Wide, broad heart, לֵבָ֑ב (lê·ḇāḇ) Noun - masculine singular Strong's 3824: Inner man, mind, will, heart I will not לֹ֣א (lō) Adverb - Negative particle Strong's 3808: Not, no endure. אוּכָֽל׃ (’ū·ḵāl) Verb - Qal - Imperfect - first person common singular Strong's 3201: To be able, have power Links Psalm 101:5 NIVPsalm 101:5 NLT Psalm 101:5 ESV Psalm 101:5 NASB Psalm 101:5 KJV Psalm 101:5 BibleApps.com Psalm 101:5 Biblia Paralela Psalm 101:5 Chinese Bible Psalm 101:5 French Bible Psalm 101:5 Catholic Bible OT Poetry: Psalm 101:5 I will silence whoever secretly slanders his (Psalm Ps Psa.) |
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