Psalms 94:7
Yet they say, The LORD shall not see, neither shall the God of Jacob regard it.
Original Language Analysis
לֹ֣א
H3808
לֹ֣א
Strong's:
H3808
Word #:
2 of 8
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
יִרְאֶה
shall not see
H7200
יִרְאֶה
shall not see
Strong's:
H7200
Word #:
3 of 8
to see, literally or figuratively (in numerous applications, direct and implied, transitive, intransitive and causative)
וְלֹא
H3808
וְלֹא
Strong's:
H3808
Word #:
5 of 8
not (the simple or abs. negation); by implication, no; often used with other particles
יָ֝בִ֗ין
regard
H995
יָ֝בִ֗ין
regard
Strong's:
H995
Word #:
6 of 8
to separate mentally (or distinguish), i.e., (generally) understand
Historical Context
Despite Israel's monotheism, wicked Israelites sometimes adopted the practical atheism of surrounding nations, divorcing belief from behavior.
Questions for Reflection
- In what areas of your life are you tempted to act as if 'God won't see or notice'?
- How does cultivating awareness of God's omniscience affect your daily choices?
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Analysis & Commentary
The wicked's theology ('they say') reveals practical atheism despite theoretical acknowledgment of God. The claim 'The LORD shall not see' (lo yir'eh Yah) denies God's omniscience and involvement. The parallel 'neither shall the God of Jacob regard it' (lo yavin—understand, perceive) compounds the error. This verse exposes the connection between bad theology and evil behavior—those who convince themselves God doesn't notice feel free to sin. Psalm 10:11, 13 and 73:11 echo this delusion. It's the functional atheism of living as if God is absent or uncaring.