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
This psalm was likely written during a time when the psalmist witnessed or experienced oppression from the wicked who seemed to prosper while the righteous suffered. In ancient Israel, 'lifting up the hand' was a gesture associated with taking action, showing power, or giving help. The psalm reflects the common biblical theme of calling upon God for justice when human systems fail the vulnerable.
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