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Psalms 143:2: Meaning Explained
And enter not into judgment with thy servant: for in thy sight shall no man living be justified.
What Does This Verse Mean?
Don't judge David by his imperfections because no one living is perfect before God. Everyone has failed.
What’s Happening Here
David asks God not to judge him too strictly. He acknowledges that all humans are imperfect sinners.
Key Words
JudgmentBeing evaluated and found guilty
LivingAll people who are alive
JustifiedDeclared innocent or righteous
Why It Matters
We all fall short. We need God's mercy more than His judgment. Grace is necessary for everyone.
Did You Know?
This verse shows David's spiritual maturity - he understands his own sinfulness and needs God's grace.
Word Study
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And enterתָּב֣וֹא
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not into judgmentבְ֭מִשְׁפָּט
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with thy servantעַבְדֶּ֑ךָ
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be justifiedיִצְדַּ֖ק
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for in thy sightלְפָנֶ֣יךָ
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shall no man livingחָֽי׃
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