KJV ORIGINAL
Whoso privily slandereth his neighbour, him will I cut off: him that hath an high look and a proud heart will not I suffer.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Anyone who secretly speaks badly about their neighbor, I will remove them. Anyone who is arrogant and has a proud heart, I will not tolerate.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring that God will not allow people who secretly gossip about others or who are proud and arrogant to remain in His presence.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to King David and describes the kind of righteous leadership he intended to provide. In ancient Israel, the king was expected to establish justice and maintain moral standards in his court and kingdom. David is outlining the character traits he will not tolerate among those who serve in his administration.
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