KJV ORIGINAL
They are not in trouble as other men; neither are they plagued like other men.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
They don't face the same hardships that other people do; they aren't struck down by the troubles that afflict everyone else.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is observing that some people seem to live without experiencing the struggles and suffering that most others face.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by Asaph, a worship leader in David's time, who was struggling with seeing wicked people prosper while the righteous suffered. In ancient Israel, many believed that prosperity was always a sign of God's blessing and hardship was punishment for sin, making this observation particularly troubling.
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