Psalms 119:158 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I beheld the transgressors, and was grieved; because they kept not thy word.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I looked at those who disobey You, and it broke my heart because they don't follow Your word.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is expressing deep sadness when seeing people who reject God's teachings and live in disobedience.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 119 is the longest chapter in the Bible, entirely devoted to praising God's law and word. This verse comes from a section where the psalmist contrasts his love for God's commands with the behavior of those who reject them. In ancient Israel, faithfulness to God's word was seen as essential for both personal and community wellbeing.

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