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Psalms 10:5

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
His ways are always grievous; thy judgments are far above out of his sight: as for all his enemies, he puffeth at them.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

His ways are always successful and prosperous; Your judgments are too high for him to see or understand: as for all his enemies, he scoffs at them and dismisses them with contempt.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse describes how wicked people seem to prosper while completely ignoring God's standards and treating their enemies with arrogant contempt.

📚 Historical Context

Psalms 10 is a lament psalm in the Book of Psalms, attributed to King David and likely written during times of oppression in ancient Israel, where the faithful often faced injustice from the wicked. It reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's people crying out against arrogant oppressors who seem to prosper while ignoring divine justice. This verse specifically highlights the wicked person's disdain for God's judgments, viewing them as distant and puffing in mockery at their enemies.

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