KJV ORIGINAL
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put confidence in man.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
It is better to trust in the LORD than to put your confidence in people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is saying that trusting God is always more reliable than depending on human beings.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written during Israel's return from exile or during a time of national celebration. The Israelites had experienced both the faithfulness of God and the disappointment of human leaders who had failed them. This verse reflects their hard-learned wisdom about where to place ultimate trust after experiencing political upheaval and human betrayal.
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