Evil men understand not judgment: but they that seek the LORD understand all things.
Wicked people don't understand what is right and just, but those who earnestly seek the LORD understand everything that truly matters.
The writer is saying that people who live wickedly can't grasp true justice, but those who pursue God gain deep understanding of what really counts in life.
📚 Historical Context
The book of Proverbs is a collection of wise sayings attributed to King Solomon, written in ancient Israel around the 10th century BC as part of the Wisdom Literature in the Old Testament. It was intended to guide people in making moral and ethical decisions in a society where wisdom was seen as a gift from God. In this verse, "judgment" refers to discerning God's justice and righteousness, contrasting those who live in evil with those who pursue a relationship with the Lord.
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