KJV ORIGINAL
Fret not thyself because of evildoers, neither be thou envious against the workers of iniquity.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Don't worry or get upset because of people who do evil things, and don't be jealous of those who do wrong.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is telling us not to let evil people cause us anxiety or make us envious of their apparent success.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by David, likely during a time when he observed wicked people prospering while righteous people suffered. In ancient Israel, there was often tension between those who followed God's ways and those who gained wealth and power through dishonest means. David wrote this wisdom psalm to encourage God's people not to be discouraged by the temporary success of the wicked.
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