KJV ORIGINAL
Hear the right, O LORD, attend unto my cry, give ear unto my prayer, that goeth not out of feigned lips.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Listen to what is right, O LORD, pay attention to my cry for help, hear my prayer that comes from sincere lips.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to listen to his honest prayer, emphasizing that he's being completely sincere and not pretending.
📚 Historical Context
This is the opening of Psalm 17, traditionally attributed to King David. David frequently found himself in situations where he needed to appeal to God for justice, often while being falsely accused or pursued by enemies. In ancient Hebrew culture, approaching God with complete honesty and integrity was essential for effective prayer.
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