KJV ORIGINAL
Their sorrows shall be multiplied that hasten after another god: their drink offerings of blood will I not offer, nor take up their names into my lips.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Those who chase after other gods will have their troubles multiplied. I will not pour out blood offerings to them, and I won't even speak their names.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring that pursuing false gods leads to increased sorrow, and he refuses to participate in their worship or even mention their names.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, written during a time when Israel was surrounded by nations that worshiped multiple gods through various rituals, including blood sacrifices. The Israelites were constantly tempted to adopt these foreign religious practices, especially during times of difficulty when they might seek help from any available source.
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