3 They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one. Those that care not for God's people, for God's poor, care not for God himself. Psalm 14:2 King James Version (KJV) 2 The Lord looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. But those that will not fear God, may be made to fear at the shaking of a leaf. The King James Version is in the public domain. when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad. We'll send you an email with steps on how to reset your password. who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the LORD. 5 There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous. All our knowledge of the depravity of human nature should endear to us salvation out of Zion. 4Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? Don't have an account? 2The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. Compiled & Edited by BST & Crosswalk Staff, Compiled & Edited by BibleStudyTools Staff, Matthew Henry Commentary on the Whole Bible (Complete), California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the Lord. Whatever good is in any of the children of men, or is done by them, it is not of themselves, it is God's work in them. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. This is a figure called anthrōpopatheia, (the attributing of human emotions), whereby Scripture often speaks of God after the manner of men. 14 The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. There is universal corruption; oh for the times of reformation! Creating an account allows you to access more features and content such as: Reading the Bible is rewarding, and these plans make it easy! Try it free for 30 days. (, Compiled & Edited by BST & Crosswalk Staff, Compiled & Edited by BibleStudyTools Staff, California - Do Not Sell My Personal Information. What are the benefits of creating an account? All rights reserved. Enter your credit card information to ensure uninterrupted service following your free trial. Begin reading God's Word ad-free with instant access to your new online study library. 14 The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. The psalmist endeavours to convince sinners of the evil and danger of their way, while they think themselves very wise, and good, and safe. Your credit card won’t be charged until the trial period is over. The word of God is a discerner of these thoughts. 2 The Lord looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the LORD. 4 Have all the workers of iniquity no knowledge? (, The King James Version is in the public domain. who eat up my people as they eat bread, and call not upon the LORD. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. Create or log in to your Bible Gateway account. All your content will be saved and you can seamlessly switch devices. Proud member The second coming of Christ, finally to do away the dominion of sin and Satan, will be the completing of this salvation, which is the hope, and will be the joy of every Israelite indeed. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. 6 Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the Lord is his refuge. An integrated digital Bible study library - including complete notes from the NIV Study Bible and the NKJV MacArthur Study Bible, 2nd Edition - is just a step away! Try Bible Gateway Plus free for 30 days. It looks like you’re already subscribed to Bible Gateway Plus! Psalms chapter 14 KJV (King James Version) 1 (To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.) 2 The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. 1 The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. The word of God is a discerner of these thoughts. Try it for 30 days FREE. 1 {To the chief Musician, A Psalm of David.} 7 Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! Let us lament the corruption of our nature, and see what need we have of the grace of God: let us not marvel that we are told we must be born again. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. King James Version (KJV) KJV, Word Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: 1,700 Key Words that Unlock the Meaning of the Bible, KJV, Reference Bible, Personal Size Giant Print, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version, KJV Study Bible, Red Letter Edition: Second Edition, KJV, Value Thinline Bible, Large Print, Red Letter Edition, Comfort Print: Holy Bible, King James Version. The triumphs of Zion's King will be the joys of Zion's children. And we must not rest in any thing short of union with Christ, and a new creation to holiness by his Spirit. No man will say, There is no God, till he is so hardened in sin, that it is become his interest that there should be none to call him to an account. They are gone aside from the right way of their duty, the way that leads to happiness, and are turned into the paths of the destroyer. 5There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous. The sinner here described is an atheist, one that saith there is no Judge or Governor of the world, no Providence ruling over the affairs of men. of Some say David penned it when Saul persecuted him; others, when Absalom rebelled against him. 3They are all gone aside, they are all together become filthy: there is none that doeth good, no, not one. Those that care not for God's people, for God's poor, care not for God himself. The disease of sin has infected the whole race of mankind. This sinner is a fool; he is simple and unwise, and this is evidence of it: he is wicked and profane, and this is the cause. What good can be expected from those that live without prayer? They are all gone aside, there is none that doeth good, no, not one. Proud member Advance your knowledge of Scripture with this resource library of over 40 reference books, including commentaries and Study Bible notes. 5 There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous. He says this in his heart. 2 The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. Copyright © 2020, Bible Study Tools. 6 Ye have shamed the counsel of the poor, because the LORD is his refuge. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. You’re already logged in with your Bible Gateway account. Read verse in King James Version Copyright © 2020, Bible Study Tools. What good can be expected from those that live without prayer? 7Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion! They are gone aside from the right way of their duty, the way that leads to happiness, and are turned into the paths of the destroyer. Their wickedness is described. Starting your free trial of Bible Gateway Plus is easy. A description of the depravity of human nature, and the deplorable corruption of a great part of mankind.- The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. The sinner here described is an atheist, one that saith there is no Judge or Governor of the world, no Providence ruling over the affairs of men. when the LORD bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad. The triumphs of Zion's King will be the joys of Zion's children. The second coming of Christ, finally to do away the dominion of sin and Satan, will be the completing of this salvation, which is the hope, and will be the joy of every Israelite indeed. 5 There were they in great fear: for God is in the generation of the righteous. But in heaven alone shall the whole company of the redeemed rejoice fully, and for evermore. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. Psalm 14:2 "The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, [and] seek God." The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. All rights reserved. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. The fool hath said in his heart, There is no God. 2 The Lord looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. They are corrupt, they have done abominable works, there is none that doeth good. You'll get this book and many others when you join Bible Gateway Plus. when the Lord bringeth back the captivity of his people, Jacob shall rejoice, and Israel shall be glad. Chapter 14. 2 The LORD looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, and seek God. He cannot satisfy himself that there is none, but wishes there were none, and pleases himself that it is possible there may be none; he is willing to think there is none. The world is bad; oh that the Messiah would come and change its character! The disease of sin has infected the whole race of mankind. 7 Oh that the salvation of Israel were come out of Zion!