Translations
Modern
If I were hungry, I would not tell you, for the world is Mine, and the fullness thereof.
Traditional
If I were hungry, I would not tell thee: for the world is mine, and the fulness thereof.
Literal
If I were hungry, I would not say it to you, for the world and its fullness is to Me.
Latin
Si esuriero, non dicam tibi: meus est enim orbis terræ et plenitudo ejus.
Original
Hebrew
English
If I were hungry, I would not tell you, for the world is Mine, and the fullness thereof.
Notes
The psalmist warns against valuing sacrificial rituals more than having the right attitude in your heart.
God appears as judge. He reminds both the godly and the ungodly that sacrifices and reciting the law are worthless without thankfulness, repentance, and justice.
Theme notes and profiles
Glossary
Topics
Animals: Belong to God Formalism: General Scriptures Concerning God: Sovereign Offerings: Useless when not Accompanied by Genuine Piety The Burnt offering: The Most Costly, No Adequate Tribute to God