KJV ORIGINAL
But ye shall die like men, and fall like one of the princes.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
But you will die just like ordinary people, and fall just like any other ruler.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is declaring that even those in positions of power and authority will face death like everyone else.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is addressed to earthly judges and rulers who were meant to represent God's justice but had become corrupt. In ancient Israel, judges were seen as God's representatives on earth, but when they failed in their duties, they faced divine judgment. The psalmist is reminding these powerful leaders that despite their elevated positions, they remain mortal.
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