KJV ORIGINAL
For there is no faithfulness in their mouth; their inward part is very wickedness; their throat is an open sepulchre; they flatter with their tongue.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
There is no truth in what they say; their hearts are full of evil; their throats are like open graves; they use smooth, flattering words to deceive.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is describing how wicked people speak lies and flattery while their hearts are full of evil, making their words as deadly as an open grave.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, likely written during a time when he faced enemies who were using deceptive speech and false accusations against him. In ancient times, an open sepulchre (grave) was considered extremely unclean and dangerous, representing death and corruption that could spread to others.
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