KJV ORIGINAL
His breath goeth forth, he returneth to his earth; in that very day his thoughts perish.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When his breath leaves him, he returns to the dust; on that very day, all his plans come to nothing.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse reminds us that when people die, their earthly life and all their plans end immediately.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during a time when Israel was experiencing political instability and looking to human leaders for salvation. The psalmist is contrasting the temporary nature of human rulers and their plans with God's eternal reliability and faithfulness.
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