Psalms 101:1

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Key Reflection

The opening verse of Psalm 101, "I will sing of loving kindness and justice," sets a tone of devotion and commitment to God's character. This declaration invites the reader to engage with the psalm in a spirit of worship and dedication, aligning one’s actions and intentions with divine attributes.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

I will sing of mercy and judgment -That is, In the psalm which he was about to compose, he would make these the burden of his song; he would, in fact, by stating his views as to the regulation of his own conduct, commend these virtues - mercy and justice - to mankind, and celebrate their value. He who himself “adopts” the principles of mercy, kindness, truth, and justice, as his own guide, commends these virtues to mankind in the best way possible. No language can do it effectually, unless a man practices these virtues himself.

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