Psalm 50:18

The Mighty One Calls · Psalm 50:1–23
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Translations

Modern
When you see a thief, you befriend him, and throw in your lot with adulterers.
Traditional
When thou sawest a thief, then thou consentedst with him, and hast been partaker with adulterers.
Literal
If you see a thief, then you are pleased with him, and your portion is with those committing adultery.
Latin
Si videbas furem, currebas cum eo; et cum adulteris portionem tuam ponebas.

Original

Hebrew
English
When you see a thief, you befriend him, and throw in your lot with adulterers.

Notes

This message is against the wicked, who only pretend to listen to God.

God appears as judge. He reminds both the godly and the ungodly that sacrifices and reciting the law are worthless without thankfulness, repentance, and justice.

Theme notes and profiles

Religious Hypocrisy

Glossary

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Topics

Alliance and Society with the Enemies of God: The Wicked are Prone To Company: Evil Complicity: General Scriptures Concerning Dishonesty: General Scriptures Concerning Fellowship with the Wicked Theft and Thieves: General Scriptures Concerning Theft: The Wicked: Consent to Show Who Commit Theft: They Who Connive At: Shall be Reproved of God Wicked (People): Described