KJV ORIGINAL
The wicked, through the pride of his countenance, will not seek after God: God is not in all his thoughts.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The wicked person is so full of pride that it shows on their face, and they refuse to look for God. God never enters their mind at all.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how pride keeps wicked people from seeking God - they're so arrogant that they don't even think about Him.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during a time when the righteous felt overwhelmed by wicked people who seemed to prosper while ignoring God. The psalmist is observing how pride becomes a barrier that prevents people from acknowledging their need for God. In ancient Israel, seeking God was considered essential for wisdom and righteous living.
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