KJV ORIGINAL
Open thy mouth, judge righteously, and plead the cause of the poor and needy.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Speak up, make fair judgments, and stand up for the poor and needy.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse is calling us to use our voice to defend justice and protect those who can't protect themselves.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from the advice given by King Lemuel's mother, likely a foreign queen, teaching her son how to be a righteous ruler. In ancient times, kings were expected to be the ultimate judges and protectors of their people, especially the vulnerable. The poor and needy had few advocates in society, so it was crucial for those in positions of power to speak for them.
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