KJV ORIGINAL
Thou hast thrust sore at me that I might fall: but the LORD helped me.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
You pushed me hard, trying to make me fall, but the LORD helped me.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is acknowledging that even though enemies attacked him fiercely, God came to his rescue and kept him standing.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 118 is believed to have been written during a time of national victory, possibly after Israel's return from exile or a military triumph. The psalmist reflects on how God delivered them from their enemies who seemed determined to destroy them. This psalm was later sung during Jewish festivals and was quoted by Jesus, showing its enduring significance in worship.
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