Psalm 53:2

Translations

Modern

God looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God.

Traditional

God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.

Literal

God looks down from the heavens upon the sons of man, to see: Is there one acting wisely, seeking God?

Latin

Deus de cælo prospexit super filios hominum, ut videat si est intelligens, aut requirens Deum.

Original

Hebrew

English

God looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God.

Notes

Psalms 53:1–3

Paul uses the Greek translation of this passage to describe the moral corruption of all people (Romans 3:10–12).

Psalms 53:1–6

This psalm is similar to Psalm 14, with differences only in verse 5.

Psalms 51:1–65:13

These psalms of David share a common theme. They reflect on the experience of evil. In Psalm 51, the psalmist admits his wrongdoing and asks for God's forgiveness. Psalms 52–64 express sorrow over specific evils David faced. A song of praise (Psalm 65) brings David's laments to an end.

Theme notes and profiles

David

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Seek the LORD while He may be found; call on Him while He is near.
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My heart said, “Seek His face.” Your face, O LORD, I will seek.
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The fear of the LORD is the beginning of wisdom; all who follow His precepts gain rich understanding. His praise endures forever!
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However, some good is found in you, for you have removed the Asherah poles from the land and have set your heart on seeking God.”
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As for you, Solomon my son, know the God of your father and serve Him wholeheartedly and with a willing mind, for the LORD searches every heart and understands the intent of every thought. If you seek Him, He will be found by you; but if you forsake Him, He will reject you forever.

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