Psalms 14:2

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

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

Psalms 53:2

53:2 God looks down from heaven at the human race,

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


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.

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.

tn That is, who seeks to have a relationship with God by obeying and worshiping him.