Text -- Psalms 15:3 (NET)

15:3 He does not slander, or do harm to others, or insult his neighbor.

Commentary -- Verse Notes / Footnotes

NET Notes: Psa 15:3

¹ sn Hebrew literature often assumes and reflects the male-oriented perspective of ancient Israelite society. The principle of the psalm is certainly applicable to all people, regardless of their gender or age.

² tn Heb “he does not slander upon his tongue.” For another example of רָגַל (ragal, “slander”) see 2 Sam 19:28.

³ tn Or “his fellow.”

⁴ tn Heb “and he does not lift up an insult against one who is near to him.”