Psalms 15:5

"he who doesn’t lend out his money for usury, nor take a bribe against the innocent. He who does these things shall never be shaken."

Key Reflection

This verse emphasizes integrity and righteousness, suggesting that those who avoid greed and corruption will remain steadfast in their faith. Those who uphold such moral standards are secure in God’s favor and protection.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

He that putteth not out his money to usury -The word “usury” formerly denoted legal interest, or a premium for the use of money. In this sense the word is no longer used in our language, but it always now denotes unlawful interest; “a premium or compensation paid, or stipulated to be paid, for the use of money borrowed or retained, beyond the rate of interest established by law.” “Webster.” The Hebrew word used here -נשׁךneshek- means “interest,” that is, a premium or compensation for the use of money in any manner, or to any extent.

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