Psalms 102:12 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But thou, O LORD, shalt endure for ever; and thy remembrance unto all generations.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But you, O LORD, will last forever; and people will remember you for all generations to come.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse declares that God is eternal and will be remembered by every generation throughout all of history.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 102 is titled 'A Prayer of the Afflicted' and was likely written during a time of national distress, possibly during the Babylonian exile. The psalmist contrasts human frailty and the temporary nature of earthly things with God's eternal, unchanging nature. This particular verse serves as an anchor of hope in the midst of suffering.

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