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How do we know that Jesus is the Holy One referred to in Psalm 16?

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Jesus is identified as the Holy One in Psalm 16 through the apostles' interpretation in Acts 2 and Acts 13.

The identification of Jesus as the Holy One in Psalm 16 is firmly established in the New Testament, particularly in the sermons delivered by Peter and Paul. In Acts 2:25-28, Peter directly quotes Psalm 16, confirming that David was speaking of Christ, declaring, 'Thou wilt not leave my soul in hell, neither wilt thou suffer thine Holy One to see corruption.' Paul further emphasizes this in Acts 13:35-37, again ascribing the psalm's references to Jesus, who experienced no corruption because He was raised from the dead. This crucial link between the Old Testament prophecy and the New Testament fulfillment solidifies the belief that Jesus is indeed the Holy One who fulfills God's promises to His people.
Scripture References: Acts 2:25-28, Acts 13:35-37

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Psalm 16 Part 1
Wayne Boyd · Oct 14, 2018