Psalms 26:2

26:2 Examine me, O Lord, and test me!

Evaluate my inner thoughts and motives! ¹ 

Psalms 66:10

66:10 For ²  you, O God, tested us;

you purified us like refined silver.

[26:2]  ¹ tn Heb “evaluate my kidneys and my heart.” The kidneys and heart were viewed as the seat of one’s volition, conscience, and moral character.

[66:10]  ² tn Or “indeed.”