KJV ORIGINAL
He deviseth mischief upon his bed; he setteth himself in a way that is not good; he abhorreth not evil.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He plans trouble while lying in bed; he chooses to live in ways that aren't good; he doesn't hate evil things.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes someone who actively plans wrongdoing and has become comfortable with evil instead of rejecting it.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David and describes the contrast between the wicked and the righteous. In ancient Hebrew culture, one's bed was considered a place of rest and reflection, making the image of plotting evil there particularly striking. The psalm serves as wisdom literature, teaching about the nature of those who have turned away from God.
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