Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me.
You pushed me hard, trying to make me fall, but the LORD helped me.
The writer is acknowledging that even though enemies attacked him fiercely, God came to his rescue and kept him standing.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 118 is a hymn of thanksgiving that the ancient Israelites likely sang during religious festivals to celebrate God's deliverance from enemies, drawing from experiences of national or personal crises. In verse 13, the psalmist recounts a severe attack by adversaries intent on causing downfall, which mirrors the historical struggles of God's people against oppressors like the Philistines or other nations. This reflects the broader biblical narrative of God's consistent protection and help for His faithful ones.
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