Psalms 14:2-3

14:2 The Lord looks down from heaven at the human race,

to see if there is anyone who is wise and seeks God.

14:3 Everyone rejects God;

they are all morally corrupt.

None of them does what is right,

not even one!


sn The picture of the Lord looking down from heaven draws attention to his sovereignty over the world.

tn Heb “upon the sons of man.”

tn Or “acts wisely.” The Hiphil is exhibitive.

sn Anyone who is wise and seeks God refers to the person who seeks to have a relationship with God by obeying and worshiping him.

tn Heb “everyone turns aside.”

tn Heb “together they are corrupt.”

tn Heb “there is none that does good.”