KJV ORIGINAL
I will take no bullock out of thy house, nor he goats out of thy folds.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
I will not take any bulls from your house or male goats from your pens.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is saying He doesn't need our animal sacrifices because He already owns everything.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, animal sacrifices such as bulls and goats were a central part of worship under the Mosaic Law, symbolizing atonement and devotion to God. Psalm 50 is a prophetic oracle attributed to Asaph, where God rebukes the people for insincere rituals, declaring that He does not need their offerings because He is the ultimate owner and creator of all things. This verse emphasizes God's self-sufficiency and calls for authentic worship rather than empty traditions.
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