KJV ORIGINAL
He that putteth not out his money to usury, nor taketh reward against the innocent. He that doeth these things shall never be moved.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He doesn't lend money at unfair interest rates, and he doesn't take bribes to harm innocent people. The person who lives this way will never be shaken or fall.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God promises that those who refuse to exploit others financially or take bribes will have unshakeable security in their lives.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, charging interest (usury) to fellow Israelites was forbidden by the Law, as it often trapped the poor in cycles of debt. Taking bribes against the innocent refers to corrupting the justice system, which was meant to protect the vulnerable. This psalm describes the character of someone worthy to worship in God's holy place.
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