KJV ORIGINAL
Arise, O LORD; O God, lift up thine hand: forget not the humble.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Rise up, O LORD; O God, raise your hand in action: do not forget those who are humble and oppressed.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is calling on God to take action and intervene on behalf of those who are humble and suffering.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 10 is part of the Book of Psalms, attributed to David, and it expresses the cries of the oppressed against the wicked who exploit the poor. In the historical context of ancient Israel, this psalm likely reflects times of social injustice or foreign oppression, where the humble and needy were forgotten. It serves as a reminder of God's commitment to defend the vulnerable.
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