KJV ORIGINAL
In whose hands is mischief, and their right hand is full of bribes.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Their hands are busy doing evil things, and their right hand is stuffed full of money from bribes.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes corrupt people whose hands are constantly involved in wrongdoing and who are always ready to take bribes.
📚 Historical Context
In the time of King David, bribery and corruption were common problems in ancient Israelite society, often undermining justice and fairness in legal and social interactions. This verse appears in Psalm 26, a prayer of David seeking God's vindication and expressing his desire to avoid association with the wicked. It reflects the broader biblical emphasis on moral integrity amid widespread ethical challenges in that era.
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