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Jamieson, Fausset and Brown on Psalms 14:1

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Psalms14:1

PSALM 14

Psa 14:1-7. The practical atheism and total and universal depravity of the wicked, with their hatred to the good, are set forth. Yet, as they dread God's judgments when He vindicates His people, the Psalmist prays for His delivering power.

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

in his heart--to himself (Ge 6:12).

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