KJV ORIGINAL
He that planted the ear, shall he not hear? he that formed the eye, shall he not see?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The one who created the ear—doesn't he hear? The one who formed the eye—doesn't he see?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is pointing out that God, who created our ability to hear and see, certainly has these abilities himself—and even more perfectly than we do.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during a time when Israel faced oppression from wicked rulers and enemies. The psalmist is responding to those who act as if God doesn't notice their evil deeds. In ancient times, people sometimes thought their gods were limited like humans, but the psalmist declares that the Creator God sees and hears everything.
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