Psalm 16:10
“You will not abandon me to the realm of the dead, nor will you let your faithful one see decay.”
King James Version
Fulfillment References
Acts 2:27 Acts 13:35 Mark 16:6
How Traditions Read This Prophecy
Apostolic (Oneness) PentecostalSpecifically foretells the resurrection of Jesus Christ.
JewishDavid's personal expression of trust — his body did in fact decay.
CatholicFulfilled in Christ's bodily resurrection — he alone did not see decay.
ProtestantPeter's argument at Pentecost: David died and decayed, so this refers to the Messiah (Acts 2:29-31).
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