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simple

Meaning of “simple”

Without guile; sincere or harmless; in other contexts, lacking wisdom or understanding.

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KJV context and cross-referencesSkeat 1893
20 occurrences20 verses4 booksKJV PCE

First occurrence: Psalms 19:7

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Psalms 19:7
The law of the Lord is perfect, converting the soul: the testimony of the Lord is sure, making wise the simple.
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1611 witness · Psalms 19:7 · retained source text

The Law of the LORD is perfect, conuerting the soule: the testimonie of the LORD is sure, making wise the simple.

1611 marginal noteOr, doctrine.

1611 marginal noteOr, restoring.

Psalms 116:6
The Lord preserveth the simple: I was brought low, and he helped me.
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1611 witness · Psalms 116:6 · retained source text

The LORD preserueth the simple: I was brought low, and hee helped me.

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