KJV ORIGINAL
Again, they are minished and brought low through oppression, affliction, and sorrow.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Again, they are reduced in number and brought down low through oppression, hardship, and sorrow.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse describes how people can be diminished and humbled through suffering, oppression, and grief.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 107 describes the cyclical nature of Israel's relationship with God - periods of blessing followed by rebellion, then judgment, then repentance and restoration. This verse captures one of the low points in that cycle, where the people face consequences for turning away from God. The psalm was likely written after the Babylonian exile when Israel had experienced firsthand how disobedience led to national suffering and reduction.
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