KJV ORIGINAL
Oh that men would praise the LORD for his goodness, and for his wonderful works to the children of men!
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Oh, if only people would praise the LORD for His goodness and for the amazing things He does for humanity!
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing a heartfelt wish that people would recognize and praise God for His kindness and the wonderful things He does for us.
📚 Historical Context
This verse is part of Psalm 107, which was likely written after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon. The psalm celebrates God's faithfulness in delivering His people from various troubles and hardships. It's structured as a thanksgiving psalm that recounts different situations where God rescued people, with this refrain appearing multiple times throughout.
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