KJV ORIGINAL
He will regard the prayer of the destitute, and not despise their prayer.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
He will pay attention to the prayers of those who have nothing, and he will not look down on their prayers.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is promising that he listens carefully to the prayers of people who are poor, desperate, or have lost everything.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during a time of national crisis, likely during the Babylonian exile when the Jewish people had lost their homeland, temple, and sense of security. The psalmist is crying out to God from a place of deep suffering and need. The word 'destitute' refers to those who are stripped bare of resources, protection, and hope.
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