KJV ORIGINAL
Surely I am more brutish than any man, and have not the understanding of a man.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I am certainly more foolish than anyone else, and I don't have the understanding that people should have.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is humbly admitting his own lack of wisdom and understanding compared to others.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is spoken by Agur, a wise man whose sayings are recorded in Proverbs 30. In ancient Hebrew culture, true wisdom often began with recognizing one's own limitations and need for God's guidance. This type of humble self-assessment was considered the starting point for gaining real understanding.
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