Psa 14:1-3, 53:1-3 | JFB | STEP | 1. Sinners are termed "fools," because they think and act contrary to right reason ( ). in his heart

Psalms 14:1-3

1. Sinners are termed "fools," because they think and act contrary to right reason (Ge 34:7; Jos 7:15; Ps 39:8; 74:18, 22).

in his heart—to himself (Ge 6:12).

2. looked—in earnest enquiry.

understand—as opposed to "fool" [Ps 14:1].

3. filthy—literally, "spoiled," or, "soured," "corrupted" (Job 15:16; Ro 3:12).

1-4. with few verbal changes, correspond with Ps 14:1-4.