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Psalm 53 is a reflection on the nature of humanity's sinfulness and the rejection of God. It emphasizes the universal corruption of humankind and contrasts it with the salvation and deliverance that God offers to His people. The psalm is often seen as a sobering reminder of the consequences of living without reverence for God. Verse 1: The psalm opens with a declaration about the folly of atheism: "The fool says in his heart, 'There is no God.'" This statement highlights the moral and spiritual blindness of those who reject God's existence. According to the psalmist, such denial leads to corrupt and abominable behaviour. Verse 2: God looks down from heaven upon humanity to see if there are any who understand, who seek after God. This verse underscores God's omniscience and His active search for righteousness among people. Verse 3: The verdict is grim: "Everyone has turned away, they have together become corrupt; there is no one who does good, not even one." This sw