KJV ORIGINAL
Do ye indeed speak righteousness, O congregation? do ye judge uprightly, O ye sons of men?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Do you really speak what is right and fair, you rulers? Do you judge people honestly and justly?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is challenging leaders and judges, asking if they are truly being fair and righteous in their decisions and words.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written during a time when corrupt judges and leaders were abusing their power in Israel. David or another psalmist is confronting those in authority who were supposed to uphold justice but were instead acting wickedly. In ancient Israel, judges and rulers were expected to represent God's justice and righteousness to the people.
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