Parallel Verses
NET Bible
I will favor the honest people of the land, and allow them to live with me. Those who walk in the way of integrity will attend me.
New American Standard Bible
He who walks in a
King James Version
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me.
Holman Bible
so that they may sit down with me.
The one who follows the way of integrity
may serve me.
International Standard Version
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.
A Conservative Version
My eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me. He who walks in a perfect way, he shall minister to me.
American Standard Version
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: He that walketh in a perfect way, he shall minister unto me.
Amplified
My eyes will be on the faithful (honorable) of the land, that they may dwell with me;
He who walks blamelessly is the one who will minister to and serve me.
Darby Translation
Mine eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me; he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me.
Julia Smith Translation
Mine eyes are upon the faithful of the earth, to dwell with me: he walking in a blameless way, he shall serve me.
King James 2000
My eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walks in a perfect way, he shall serve me.
Lexham Expanded Bible
My eyes [will be] on [the] faithful of [the] land, that [they may] live with me. [He who] walks in [the] way of integrity, he shall minister to me.
Modern King James verseion
My eyes shall be on the faithful of the land, so that they may dwell with me; he who walks in a perfect way, he shall serve Me.
Modern Spelling Tyndale-Coverdale
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.
New Heart English Bible
My eyes will be on the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me. He who walks in a perfect way, he will serve me.
The Emphasized Bible
Mine eyes, shall be upon the faithful of the land, That they may dwell with me, - he that walketh in a blameless way, he, shall attend me.
Webster
My eyes shall be upon the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me: he that walketh in a perfect way, he shall serve me.
World English Bible
My eyes will be on the faithful of the land, that they may dwell with me. He who walks in a perfect way, he will serve me.
Youngs Literal Translation
Mine eyes are on the faithful of the land, To dwell with me, Whoso is walking in a perfect way, he serveth me.
Themes
Alliance and society with the enemies of God » Examples of avoiding
Faithfulness » Associate with those who exhibit
Fellowship » Instances of those who avoided fellowship with the wicked » David
Masters' » Should select faithful servants
References
Fausets
Word Count of 19 Translations in Psalm 101:6
Verse Info
Context Readings
A Vow Of Integrity
5 I will destroy anyone who slanders his neighbor in secret. I will not tolerate anyone who has a cocky demeanor and an arrogant attitude. 6 I will favor the honest people of the land, and allow them to live with me. Those who walk in the way of integrity will attend me. 7 Deceitful people will not live in my palace. Liars will not be welcome in my presence.
Cross References
Psalm 15:4
He despises a reprobate, but honors the Lord's loyal followers. He makes firm commitments and does not renege on his promise.
Psalm 34:15
The Lord pays attention to the godly and hears their cry for help.
Psalm 119:1-3
(Alef) How blessed are those whose actions are blameless, who obey the law of the Lord.
Psalm 119:63
I am a friend to all your loyal followers, and to those who keep your precepts.
Proverbs 28:28
When the wicked gain control, people hide themselves, but when they perish, the righteous increase.
Proverbs 29:2
When the righteous become numerous, the people rejoice; when the wicked rule, the people groan.
Matthew 24:45
"Who then is the faithful and wise slave, whom the master has put in charge of his household, to give the other slaves their food at the proper time?
Luke 12:43-44
Blessed is that slave whom his master finds at work when he returns.
John 12:26
If anyone wants to serve me, he must follow me, and where I am, my servant will be too. If anyone serves me, the Father will honor him.
John 14:3
And if I go and make ready a place for you, I will come again and take you to be with me, so that where I am you may be too.
John 17:24
"Father, I want those you have given me to be with me where I am, so that they can see my glory that you gave me because you loved me before the creation of the world.
Romans 13:1-4
Let every person be subject to the governing authorities. For there is no authority except by God's appointment, and the authorities that exist have been instituted by God.
Philippians 3:12-15
Not that I have already attained this -- that is, I have not already been perfected -- but I strive to lay hold of that for which Christ Jesus also laid hold of me.
Revelation 3:20-21
Listen! I am standing at the door and knocking! If anyone hears my voice and opens the door I will come into his home and share a meal with him, and he with me.
Revelation 21:3
And I heard a loud voice from the throne saying: "Look! The residence of God is among human beings. He will live among them, and they will be his people, and God himself will be with them.