KJV ORIGINAL
In whose hands is mischief, and their right hand is full of bribes.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ 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
This comes from Psalm 26, where David is declaring his innocence and asking God to examine his heart. In ancient Israel, taking bribes was a serious corruption of justice, especially among judges and officials who were supposed to uphold God's law. The 'right hand' was considered the hand of power and action, so having it 'full of bribes' meant being completely corrupted by dishonest gain.
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