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Psalms 14

Berean Standard Bible

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The Fool Says There Is No God

Psalm subtitle:For the choirmaster. Of David.

Verse1The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their acts are vile. There is no one who does good.

Verse2The LORD looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God.

Verse3All have turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one.

Verse4Will the workers of iniquity never learn? They devour my people like bread; they refuse to call upon the LORD.

Verse5There they are, overwhelmed with dread, for God is in the company of the righteous.

Verse6You sinners frustrate the plans of the oppressed, yet the LORD is their shelter.

Verse7Oh, that the salvation of Israel would come from Zion! When the LORD restores His captive people, let Jacob rejoice, let Israel be glad!

Translator notes (3)
  • Verse 1: The Hebrew words rendered fool throughout the Psalms denote one who is morally deficient.
  • Verse 3: LXX worthless
  • Verse 3: Cited in Romans 3:10–12
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