KJV ORIGINAL
A little that a righteous man hath is better than the riches of many wicked.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The small amount that a good person has is better than all the wealth of many evil people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is saying that having little while living righteously is far more valuable than having great riches gained through wickedness.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by David, likely during his later years when he had observed how God's justice plays out over time. In ancient Israel, there was often tension between those who gained wealth through oppression or dishonest means and those who remained faithful to God despite having less materially. David had witnessed both corrupt wealthy leaders and righteous poor people throughout his reign.
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