King James Version
psalm 107:17 in the King James Version says “Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted.” — study this verse from psalm chapter 107 with commentary, cross-references, and original Greek word analysis.
“Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted.”
psalm 107:17 · KJV
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!
For he hath broken the gates of brass, and cut the bars of iron in sunder.
Fools because of their transgression, and because of their iniquities, are afflicted.
Their soul abhorreth all manner of meat; and they draw near unto the gates of death.
Then they cry unto the LORD in their trouble, and he saveth them out of their distresses.
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