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Version</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on all mankind to see if there are any who understand, any who seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nlt/psalms/53.htm">New Living Translation</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on the entire human race; he looks to see if anyone is truly wise, if anyone seeks God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/esv/psalms/53.htm">English Standard Version</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on the children of man to see if there are any who understand, who seek after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/bsb/psalms/53.htm">Berean Standard Bible</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/kjv/psalms/53.htm">King James Bible</a></span><br />God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were <i>any</i> that did understand, that did seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nkjv/psalms/53.htm">New King James Version</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven upon the children of men, To see if there are <i>any</i> who understand, who seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb_/psalms/53.htm">New American Standard Bible</a></span><br />God has looked down from heaven upon the sons of mankind To see if there is anyone who understands, Who seeks after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb/psalms/53.htm">NASB 1995</a></span><br />God has looked down from heaven upon the sons of men To see if there is anyone who understands, Who seeks after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nasb77/psalms/53.htm">NASB 1977 </a></span><br />God has looked down from heaven upon the sons of men, To see if there is anyone who understands, Who seeks after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsb/psalms/53.htm">Legacy Standard Bible </a></span><br />God looks down from heaven upon the sons of men To see if there is anyone who has insight, Anyone who seeks after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/amp/psalms/53.htm">Amplified Bible</a></span><br />God has looked down from heaven upon the children of men To see if there is anyone who understands, Who seeks after God [who requires Him, who longs for Him as essential to life].<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/csb/psalms/53.htm">Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on the human race to see if there is one who is wise, one who seeks God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hcsb/psalms/53.htm">Holman Christian Standard Bible</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on the human race to see if there is one who is wise, one who seeks God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/asv/psalms/53.htm">American Standard Version</a></span><br />God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, To see if there were any that did understand, That did seek after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cev/psalms/53.htm">Contemporary English Version</a></span><br />From heaven God looks down to see if anyone is wise enough to search for him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/erv/psalms/53.htm">English Revised Version</a></span><br />God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gwt/psalms/53.htm">GOD'S WORD® Translation</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on Adam's descendants to see if there is anyone who acts wisely, if there is anyone who seeks help from God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/gnt/psalms/53.htm">Good News Translation</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven at people to see if there are any who are wise, any who worship him. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/isv/psalms/53.htm">International Standard Version</a></span><br />God looks down from the heavens upon humanity to see if anyone shows discernment as he searches for God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/msb/psalms/53.htm">Majority Standard Bible</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/net/psalms/53.htm">NET Bible</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven at the human race, to see if there is anyone who is wise and seeks God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nheb/psalms/53.htm">New Heart English Bible</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on the descendants of Adam, to see if there are any who are wise, who seek after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/wbt/psalms/53.htm">Webster's Bible Translation</a></span><br />God looked down from heaven upon the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/web/psalms/53.htm">World English Bible</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on the children of men, to see if there are any who understood, who seek after God. <div class="vheading2"><b>Literal Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lsv/psalms/53.htm">Literal Standard Version</a></span><br />God looked on the sons of men from the heavens, "" To see if there is an understanding one, "" [One] seeking God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/ylt/psalms/53.htm">Young's Literal Translation</a></span><br /> God from the heavens looked on the sons of men, To see if there be an understanding one, One seeking God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/slt/psalms/53.htm">Smith's Literal Translation</a></span><br />God from the heavens looked forth upon the sons of man to see if there is he understanding, seeking God.<div class="vheading2"><b>Catholic Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/drb/psalms/53.htm">Douay-Rheims Bible</a></span><br />God looked down from heaven on the children of men: to see if there were any that did understand, or did seek God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/cpdv/psalms/53.htm">Catholic Public Domain Version</a></span><br /><V 52:3>God gazed down from heaven on the sons of men, to see if there were any who were considering or seeking God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nabre/psalms/53.htm">New American Bible</a></span><br />God looks out from the heavens upon the children of Adam, To see if there is a discerning person who is seeking God. <span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/nrsvce/psalms/53.htm">New Revised Standard Version</a></span><br />God looks down from heaven on humankind to see if there are any who are wise, who seek after God.<div class="vheading2"><b>Translations from Aramaic</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/lamsa/psalms/53.htm">Lamsa Bible</a></span><br />God looked down from heaven upon the children of men to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/hpbt/psalms/53.htm">Peshitta Holy Bible Translated</a></span><br />God looked out from Heaven upon the children of men to see if any was intelligent and did seek God.<div class="vheading2"><b>OT Translations</b></div><span class="versiontext"><a href="/jps/psalms/53.htm">JPS Tanakh 1917</a></span><br />God looked forth from heaven upon the children of men, To see if there were any man of understanding, that did seek after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/sep/psalms/53.htm">Brenton Septuagint Translation</a></span><br />God looked down from heaven upon the sons of men, to see if there were any that understood, or sought after God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/parallel/psalms/53-2.htm">Additional Translations ...</a></span></div></div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="study" id="study"></a><div class="vheadingv"><b>Audio Bible</b></div><iframe width="100%" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/nFaD2oDhKPc?start=6291" title="YouTube video player" frameborder="0" allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share" allowfullscreen></iframe><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><div class="vheadingv"><b>Context</b></div><span class="hdg"><a href="/bsb/psalms/53.htm">The Fool Says There is No God</a></span><br><span class="reftext">1</span>For the choirmaster. According to Mahalath. A Maskil of David. The fool says in his heart, “There is no God.” They are corrupt; their ways are vile. There is no one who does good. <span class="reftext">2</span><span class="highl"><a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕlō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">God</a> <a href="/hebrew/8259.htm" title="8259: hiš·qîp̄ (V-Hifil-Perf-3ms) -- To overhang, look out or down. A primitive root; properly, to lean out, i.e. peep or gaze.">looks down</a> <a href="/hebrew/8064.htm" title="8064: miš·šā·ma·yim (Prep-m:: N-mp) -- Heaven, sky. Dual of an unused singular shameh; from an unused root meaning to be lofty; the sky.">from heaven</a> <a href="/hebrew/5921.htm" title="5921: ‘al- (Prep) -- Properly, the same as al used as a preposition; above, over, upon, or against in a great variety of applications.">upon</a> <a href="/hebrew/1121.htm" title="1121: bə·nê (N-mpc) -- Son. From banah; a son, in the widest sense (like 'ab, 'ach, etc.).">the sons</a> <a href="/hebrew/120.htm" title="120: ’ā·ḏām (N-ms) -- Man, mankind. From 'adam; ruddy i.e. A human being.">of men</a> <a href="/hebrew/7200.htm" title="7200: lir·’ō·wṯ (Prep-l:: V-Qal-Inf) -- To see. A primitive root; to see, literally or figuratively.">to see</a> <a href="/hebrew/3426.htm" title="3426: hă·yêš (Adv) -- Being, substance, existence, is. ">if any</a> <a href="/hebrew/7919.htm" title="7919: maś·kîl (V-Hifil-Prtcpl-ms) -- To be, circumspect, intelligent. A primitive root; to be circumspect and hence, intelligent.">understand,</a> <a href="/hebrew/1875.htm" title="1875: dō·rêš (V-Qal-Prtcpl-ms) -- A primitive root; properly, to tread or frequent; usually to follow; by implication, to seek or ask; specifically to worship.">if any seek</a> <a href="/hebrew/853.htm" title="853: ’eṯ- (DirObjM) -- Apparent contracted from 'owth in the demonstrative sense of entity; properly, self."></a> <a href="/hebrew/430.htm" title="430: ’ĕ·lō·hîm (N-mp) -- Plural of 'elowahh; gods in the ordinary sense; but specifically used of the supreme God">God.</a> </span><span class="reftext">3</span>All have turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one.…<div class="cred"><a href="//berean.bible">Berean Standard Bible</a> · <a href="//berean.bible/downloads.htm">Download</a></div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="crossref" id="crossref"></a><div class="vheading">Cross References</div><div id="crf"><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/3-10.htm">Romans 3:10-12</a></span><br />As it is written: “There is no one righteous, not even one. / There is no one who understands, no one who seeks God. / All have turned away, they have together become worthless; there is no one who does good, not even one.”<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/psalms/14-2.htm">Psalm 14:2</a></span><br />The LORD looks down from heaven upon the sons of men to see if any understand, if any seek God.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ecclesiastes/7-20.htm">Ecclesiastes 7:20</a></span><br />Surely there is no righteous man on earth who does good and never sins.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/53-6.htm">Isaiah 53:6</a></span><br />We all like sheep have gone astray, each one has turned to his own way; and the LORD has laid upon Him the iniquity of us all.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/jeremiah/17-9.htm">Jeremiah 17:9-10</a></span><br />The heart is deceitful above all things and beyond cure. Who can understand it? / I, the LORD, search the heart; I examine the mind to reward a man according to his way, by what his deeds deserve.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/genesis/6-5.htm">Genesis 6:5</a></span><br />Then the LORD saw that the wickedness of man was great upon the earth, and that every inclination of the thoughts of his heart was altogether evil all the time.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/romans/1-28.htm">Romans 1:28-32</a></span><br />Furthermore, since they did not see fit to acknowledge God, He gave them up to a depraved mind, to do what ought not to be done. / They have become filled with every kind of wickedness, evil, greed, and depravity. They are full of envy, murder, strife, deceit, and malice. They are gossips, / slanderers, God-haters, insolent, arrogant, and boastful. They invent new forms of evil; they disobey their parents. ...<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_corinthians/2-14.htm">1 Corinthians 2:14</a></span><br />The natural man does not accept the things that come from the Spirit of God. For they are foolishness to him, and he cannot understand them, because they are spiritually discerned.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/ephesians/2-1.htm">Ephesians 2:1-3</a></span><br />And you were dead in your trespasses and sins, / in which you used to walk when you conformed to the ways of this world and of the ruler of the power of the air, the spirit who is now at work in the sons of disobedience. / All of us also lived among them at one time, fulfilling the cravings of our flesh and indulging its desires and thoughts. Like the rest, we were by nature children of wrath.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/proverbs/15-3.htm">Proverbs 15:3</a></span><br />The eyes of the LORD are in every place, observing the evil and the good.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/job/15-14.htm">Job 15:14-16</a></span><br />What is man, that he should be pure, or one born of woman, that he should be righteous? / If God puts no trust in His holy ones, if even the heavens are not pure in His eyes, / how much less man, who is vile and corrupt, who drinks injustice like water?<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/isaiah/64-6.htm">Isaiah 64:6</a></span><br />Each of us has become like something unclean, and all our righteous acts are like filthy rags; we all wither like a leaf, and our iniquities carry us away like the wind.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/matthew/15-19.htm">Matthew 15:19</a></span><br />For out of the heart come evil thoughts, murder, adultery, sexual immorality, theft, false testimony, and slander.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/john/3-19.htm">John 3:19-20</a></span><br />And this is the verdict: The Light has come into the world, but men loved the darkness rather than the Light because their deeds were evil. / Everyone who does evil hates the Light, and does not come into the Light for fear that his deeds will be exposed.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="crossverse"><a href="/1_john/1-8.htm">1 John 1:8-10</a></span><br />If we say we have no sin, we deceive ourselves, and the truth is not in us. / If we confess our sins, He is faithful and just to forgive us our sins and to cleanse us from all unrighteousness. / If we say we have not sinned, we make Him out to be a liar, and His word is not in us.</div><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a name="tsk" id="tsk"><div class="vheading">Treasury of Scripture</div><p class="tsk2">God looked down from heaven on the children of men, to see if there were any that did understand, that did seek God.</p><p class="hdg">looked</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/11-4.htm">Psalm 11:4</a></b></br> The LORD <i>is</i> in his holy temple, the LORD'S throne <i>is</i> in heaven: his eyes behold, his eyelids try, the children of men.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/33-13.htm">Psalm 33:13,14</a></b></br> The LORD looketh from heaven; he beholdeth all the sons of men… </p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/102-19.htm">Psalm 102:19</a></b></br> For he hath looked down from the height of his sanctuary; from heaven did the LORD behold the earth;</p><p class="hdg">any that</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/111-10.htm">Psalm 111:10</a></b></br> The fear of the LORD <i>is</i> the beginning of wisdom: a good understanding have all they that do <i>his commandments</i>: his praise endureth for ever.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/deuteronomy/4-6.htm">Deuteronomy 4:6</a></b></br> Keep therefore and do <i>them</i>; for this <i>is</i> your wisdom and your understanding in the sight of the nations, which shall hear all these statutes, and say, Surely this great nation <i>is</i> a wise and understanding people.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/job/28-28.htm">Job 28:28</a></b></br> And unto man he said, Behold, the fear of the Lord, that <i>is</i> wisdom; and to depart from evil <i>is</i> understanding.</p><p class="hdg">seek</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/10-4.htm">Psalm 10:4</a></b></br> The wicked, through the pride of his countenance, will not seek <i>after God</i>: God <i>is</i> not in all his thoughts.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/psalms/27-8.htm">Psalm 27:8</a></b></br> <i>When thou saidst</i>, Seek ye my face; my heart said unto thee, Thy face, LORD, will I seek.</p><p class="tskverse"><b><a href="/1_chronicles/28-9.htm">1 Chronicles 28:9</a></b></br> And thou, Solomon my son, know thou the God of thy father, and serve him with a perfect heart and with a willing mind: for the LORD searcheth all hearts, and understandeth all the imaginations of the thoughts: if thou seek him, he will be found of thee; but if thou forsake him, he will cast thee off for ever.</p><div class="vheading">Jump to Previous</div><a href="/psalms/49-13.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/51-15.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/psalms/33-13.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/psalms/50-6.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/33-14.htm">Looks</a> <a href="/psalms/37-10.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/psalms/45-12.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/psalms/40-16.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/psalms/37-32.htm">Seeks</a> <a href="/psalms/19-12.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/psalms/49-20.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/psalms/33-15.htm">Understands</a> <a href="/job/42-3.htm">Understood</a> <a href="/psalms/51-6.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/49-10.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Jump to Next</div><a href="/psalms/66-5.htm">Children</a> <a href="/psalms/55-20.htm">Forth</a> <a href="/psalms/57-3.htm">Heaven</a> <a href="/psalms/57-3.htm">Heavens</a> <a href="/psalms/85-11.htm">Looks</a> <a href="/psalms/64-6.htm">Searching</a> <a href="/psalms/54-3.htm">Seek</a> <a href="/psalms/69-6.htm">Seeking</a> <a href="/psalms/86-14.htm">Seeks</a> <a href="/psalms/73-16.htm">Understand</a> <a href="/psalms/53-4.htm">Understanding</a> <a href="/psalms/90-11.htm">Understands</a> <a href="/psalms/73-17.htm">Understood</a> <a href="/psalms/64-9.htm">Wisdom</a> <a href="/psalms/83-3.htm">Wise</a><div class="vheading2">Psalm 53</div><span class="reftext">1. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/53-1.htm">David describes the corruption of the natural man</a></span><br><span class="reftext">4. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/53-4.htm">He convinces the wicked by the light of their own conscience</a></span><br><span class="reftext">6. </span><span class="outlinetext"><a href="/psalms/53-6.htm">He glories in the salvation of God</a></span><br></div></div><div id="mdd"><div align="center"><div class="bot2"><table align="center" width="100%"><tr><td><div align="center"> <script id="3d27ed63fc4348d5b062c4527ae09445"> (new Image()).src = 'https://capi.connatix.com/tr/si?token=51ce25d5-1a8c-424a-8695-4bd48c750f35&cid=3a9f82d0-4344-4f8d-ac0c-e1a0eb43a405'; 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The Hebrew word for "God" here is "Elohim," which signifies His power and majesty. The imagery of God looking down from heaven suggests His sovereign oversight over all creation. It reflects the biblical truth that nothing escapes His notice, and He is actively involved in the affairs of humanity. Historically, this understanding of God as a watchful overseer provided comfort and accountability to the Israelites, knowing that their actions were seen by a holy and just God.<p><b>upon the sons of men</b><br />The term "sons of men" is a Hebrew idiom referring to humanity in general. It underscores the universal scope of God's attention and concern. This phrase reminds us that every person, regardless of status or nationality, is under God's watchful eye. In the biblical context, it serves as a humbling reminder of our human frailty and dependence on God. Theologically, it points to the inherent dignity and value of every human being, created in the image of God, yet also highlights our fallen nature and need for redemption.<p><b>to see if any understand</b><br />The word "understand" in Hebrew is "sakal," which implies wisdom, insight, and the ability to act prudently. This phrase suggests that God is searching for those who possess true wisdom, which in the biblical sense, begins with the fear of the Lord (<a href="/proverbs/9-10.htm">Proverbs 9:10</a>). It challenges us to seek a deeper understanding of God's will and to live in accordance with His truth. Historically, this pursuit of understanding was central to the life of the faithful in Israel, as they sought to align their lives with God's commandments.<p><b>if any seek God</b><br />The act of seeking God is a recurring theme throughout Scripture, emphasizing a relationship with the Divine characterized by earnest pursuit and devotion. The Hebrew word "darash" conveys a diligent search or inquiry. This phrase highlights the importance of an active, intentional relationship with God, rather than a passive acknowledgment of His existence. In the conservative Christian perspective, seeking God involves prayer, study of Scripture, and living a life that reflects His character. It is a call to prioritize our relationship with God above all else, recognizing that true fulfillment and understanding are found in Him alone.<span class="p"><br /><br /></span><span class="versiontext"><a href="/commentaries/psalms/53-2.htm">Parallel Commentaries ...</a></span><span class="p"><br /><br /><br /></span><a name="lexicon" id="lexicon"></a><div class="vheading">Hebrew</div><span class="word">God</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱ‍ֽלֹהִ֗ים</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕlō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><br /><span class="word">looks down</span><br /><span class="heb">הִשְׁקִ֪יף</span> <span class="translit">(hiš·qîp̄)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Perfect - third person masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8259.htm">Strong's 8259: </a> </span><span class="str2">To overhang, look out or down</span><br /><br /><span class="word">from heaven</span><br /><span class="heb">מִשָּׁמַיִם֮</span> <span class="translit">(miš·šā·ma·yim)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-m | Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_8064.htm">Strong's 8064: </a> </span><span class="str2">Heaven, sky</span><br /><br /><span class="word">upon</span><br /><span class="heb">עַֽל־</span> <span class="translit">(‘al-)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_5921.htm">Strong's 5921: </a> </span><span class="str2">Above, over, upon, against</span><br /><br /><span class="word">the sons</span><br /><span class="heb">בְּנֵ֫י</span> <span class="translit">(bə·nê)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1121.htm">Strong's 1121: </a> </span><span class="str2">A son</span><br /><br /><span class="word">of men</span><br /><span class="heb">אָדָ֥ם</span> <span class="translit">(’ā·ḏām)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_120.htm">Strong's 120: </a> </span><span class="str2">Ruddy, a human being</span><br /><br /><span class="word">to see</span><br /><span class="heb">לִ֭רְאוֹת</span> <span class="translit">(lir·’ō·wṯ)</span><br /><span class="parse">Preposition-l | Verb - Qal - Infinitive construct<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7200.htm">Strong's 7200: </a> </span><span class="str2">To see</span><br /><br /><span class="word">if any</span><br /><span class="heb">הֲיֵ֣שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(hă·yêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Adverb<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_3426.htm">Strong's 3426: </a> </span><span class="str2">Being, substance, existence, is</span><br /><br /><span class="word">understand,</span><br /><span class="heb">מַשְׂכִּ֑יל</span> <span class="translit">(maś·kîl)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Hifil - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_7919.htm">Strong's 7919: </a> </span><span class="str2">To be, circumspect, intelligent</span><br /><br /><span class="word">if any seek</span><br /><span class="heb">דֹּ֝רֵ֗שׁ</span> <span class="translit">(dō·rêš)</span><br /><span class="parse">Verb - Qal - Participle - masculine singular<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_1875.htm">Strong's 1875: </a> </span><span class="str2">To tread, frequent, to follow, to seek, ask, to worship</span><br /><br /><span class="word">God.</span><br /><span class="heb">אֱלֹהִֽים׃</span> <span class="translit">(’ĕ·lō·hîm)</span><br /><span class="parse">Noun - masculine plural<br /></span><span class="str"><a href="/hebrew/strongs_430.htm">Strong's 430: </a> </span><span class="str2">gods -- the supreme God, magistrates, a superlative</span><br /><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><div class="vheading">Links</div><a href="/niv/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 NIV</a><br /><a href="/nlt/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 NLT</a><br /><a href="/esv/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 ESV</a><br /><a href="/nasb/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 NASB</a><br /><a href="/kjv/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 KJV</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="//bibleapps.com/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 BibleApps.com</a><br /><a href="//bibliaparalela.com/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 Biblia Paralela</a><br /><a href="//holybible.com.cn/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 Chinese Bible</a><br /><a href="//saintebible.com/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 French Bible</a><br /><a href="/catholic/psalms/53-2.htm">Psalm 53:2 Catholic Bible</a><span class="p"><br /><br /></span><a href="/psalms/53-2.htm">OT Poetry: Psalm 53:2 God looks down from heaven (Psalm Ps Psa.) </a></div></div></td></tr></table></div><div id="left"><a href="/psalms/53-1.htm" onmouseover='lft.src="/leftgif.png"' onmouseout='lft.src="/left.png"' title="Psalm 53:1"><img src="/left.png" name="lft" border="0" alt="Psalm 53:1" /></a></div><div id="right"><a href="/psalms/53-3.htm" onmouseover='rght.src="/rightgif.png"' onmouseout='rght.src="/right.png"' title="Psalm 53:3"><img src="/right.png" name="rght" border="0" alt="Psalm 53:3" /></a></div><div id="botleft"><a href="#" onmouseover='botleft.src="/botleftgif.png"' onmouseout='botleft.src="/botleft.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botleft.png" name="botleft" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="botright"><a href="#" onmouseover='botright.src="/botrightgif.png"' onmouseout='botright.src="/botright.png"' title="Top of Page"><img src="/botright.png" name="botright" border="0" alt="Top of Page" /></a></div><div id="bot"><iframe width="100%" height="1500" scrolling="no" src="/botmenubhnew2.htm" frameborder="0"></iframe></div></td></tr></table></div></body></html>