KJV ORIGINAL
Nevertheless he saved them for his name’s sake, that he might make his mighty power to be known.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But even so, he saved them to protect his own reputation, so that everyone would see how mighty and powerful he is.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God saved his people not because they deserved it, but to show the world his great power and keep his promises.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm reflects on Israel's history of rebellion and God's faithfulness despite their unfaithfulness. The verse likely refers to God's deliverance of Israel from Egypt or other miraculous rescues throughout their history. Even when the Israelites complained, disobeyed, and turned away from God, he continued to save them to demonstrate his power to surrounding nations.
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