KJV ORIGINAL
He sent from above, he took me; he drew me out of many waters;
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He reached down from heaven and took hold of me; he pulled me out of deep, dangerous waters.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
David is describing how God rescued him from overwhelming troubles, like someone pulling a drowning person out of dangerous waters.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of David's song of praise near the end of his life, recorded in 2 Samuel 22. David is reflecting on how God delivered him from all his enemies, including King Saul who pursued him for years. The 'many waters' likely refers metaphorically to the overwhelming dangers and troubles David faced throughout his reign as king.
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