Psalm 15:2
βHe that walketh uprightly, and worketh righteousness, and speaketh the truth in his heart.β
KJV
Read in Psalm 15Meaning
Walking uprightly, doing righteousness, and speaking truth in the heart hold outward conduct and inward honesty together.
Integrity in conduct, speech, and neighbor-love
Verses 2β3 join upright conduct, righteousness, inward truth, disciplined speech, and care for oneβs neighbor; integrity is both inward and relational.
Read carefully
Walking uprightly, doing righteousness, and speaking truth in the heart hold outward conduct and inward honesty together. Keep the verse within its literary unit.
Reflection
Use this verse for self-examination before God, not as a checklist for declaring other people unworthy of worship, dignity, safety, or care.