KJV ORIGINAL
Depart from evil, and do good; seek peace, and pursue it.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Turn away from evil and do what is good; look for peace and chase after it.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is calling us to actively avoid wrongdoing, choose good actions, and work hard to create peace in our relationships and world.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 34 is attributed to David and is set during a time when he escaped from the Philistine king by pretending to be insane, as described in 1 Samuel 21. In this psalm, David expresses thanksgiving for God's deliverance and offers wisdom on living a righteous life amidst trials. Verse 14 serves as practical advice for believers to turn from wrongdoing and actively pursue peace, reflecting David's own experiences of danger and reliance on God.
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