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Psalms 26:4

Psalms 26:4
I have not sat with vain persons, neither will I go in with dissemblers.

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Baptist theologian, 1697–1771

Gill's Exposition

I have not sat with vain persons,.... Or "men of vanity" (t); who are full of it; who are addicted to the vanities of the world; who pursue the riches, honours, pleasures, and profits of it; which is…

Presbyterian pastor, 1798–1870

Barnes' Notes

I have not sat with vain persons - That is, I have not been found among them; I have not made them my companions. See the notes at Psa 1:1. The word “vain” here is in contrast with those who are…

Nonconformist minister, 1662–1714

Matthew Henry

Psalms 26:1-5

It is probable that David penned this psalm when he was persecuted by Saul and his party, who, to give some colour to their unjust rage, represented him as a very bad man, and falsely accused him of…

Academic commentary, 1882–1921

Cambridge Bible

Psalms 26:4-7

The proof of his integrity in his conduct in the past, and his purpose for the future.