“The earth is the LORD‘s and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein, for He has founded it upon the seas and established it upon the rivers. WHO shall ascend the hill of the LORD? And WHO shall stand in his holy place? He who has clean hands and a pure heart, who does not lift up his soul to what is false and does not swear deceitfully. HE WILL RECEIVE BLESSING FROM THE LORD and righteousness from the God of his salvation.” (Psalms 24:1-5)
David writes that the Lord owns the earth and everything in the earth and on it, including human beings. The “fullness” of earth is a reference to all of humanity. As the one who created the world and established its form, God is rightfully considered the Master of everyone and everything (Psalm 24:1–2).
Only the righteous can properly worship the Lord in His house. This involves having pure motives, a truthful approach, and hands which are not stained with evil. David writes that those who lead a righteous life will receive blessing from God (Psalm 24:3–6).
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