KJV ORIGINAL
They encourage themselves in an evil matter: they commune of laying snares privily; they say, Who shall see them?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They strengthen each other in their wicked plans. They secretly discuss how to set traps for others, saying, 'Who will see what we're doing?'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how evil people work together in secret, plotting harm against others while thinking no one will notice their schemes.
📚 Historical Context
David wrote this psalm as a prayer for protection from his enemies who were plotting against him. In ancient times, political conspiracies and secret plots were common ways enemies tried to destroy leaders. David had experienced many such schemes throughout his life, from King Saul's attempts to kill him to later rebellions during his reign.
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