KJV ORIGINAL
For oftentimes also thine own heart knoweth that thou thyself likewise hast cursed others.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Your own heart knows that many times you have also spoken badly about others.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is reminding us that we've all been guilty of criticizing or speaking harshly about other people.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Ecclesiastes, written by Solomon (or someone in his tradition) around 950-300 BCE, reflecting on life's contradictions and human nature. In the preceding verse, Solomon advises not taking to heart every word people say, including when servants curse their masters. Here he acknowledges the universal human tendency toward harsh speech and criticism.
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