KJV ORIGINAL
But I, as a deaf man, heard not; and I was as a dumb man that openeth not his mouth.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But I acted like a deaf person who couldn't hear anything, and I was like someone who couldn't speak and kept their mouth shut.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is saying he chose to remain silent and ignore his critics, refusing to defend himself or respond to their attacks.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David during a time of great personal suffering, likely when facing opposition from enemies and feeling abandoned. In ancient times, remaining silent in the face of accusations was sometimes seen as a sign of wisdom or trust in God's justice. David may have been following the example of not defending himself when wrongly accused, trusting God to vindicate him.
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