15:3 He 1 does not slander, 2
or do harm to others, 3
or insult his neighbor. 4
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.”