Psalms 107:18

"Fools are afflicted because of their disobedience, and because of their iniquities."

Key Reflection

"Fools are afflicted because of their disobedience, and because of their iniquities" (Psalms 107:18) suggests that affliction is a consequence of one's choices and actions. Those who ignore God's wisdom and commandments often find themselves facing hardships as a result of their own stubbornness and sinfulness.

From the Scholars: Barnes' Notes

Their soul abhorreth all manner of meat -All food; all that is to be eaten. The word rendered “abhorreth” is a word which is used with reference to anything that is abominable or loathsome; that from which we turn away with disgust. The language is expressive of sickness, when we loathe all food. And they draw near unto the gates of death -They are sick, and are ready to die. The reference is to the under world - the world where the dead are supposed to dwell. This is represented here as a city which is entered through gates. See the notes atPsalms 9:13.

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