KJV ORIGINAL
For there are no bands in their death: but their strength is firm.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
When they die, they don't suffer or struggle: they remain strong and healthy right up to the end.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is observing that wicked people often seem to die peacefully without the pain and weakness that many others experience.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by Asaph, a temple musician during King David's time, who was struggling with why evil people seemed to prosper while the righteous suffered. He was observing that the wealthy and powerful often had access to better healthcare and living conditions, allowing them to maintain their strength even in old age.
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