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Psalms 119:79

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Let those that fear thee turn unto me, and those that have known thy testimonies.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE

Let those who respect and honor You come to me, and those who have learned Your teachings.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is asking God to bring together people who love Him and know His Word so they can encourage each other.

📚 Historical Context

In the context of Psalms 119, which is a lengthy acrostic poem in the Old Testament extolling the virtues of God's law, this verse reflects the psalmist's plea for fellowship with those who revere God amid personal trials or opposition. Historically, this likely draws from the experiences of ancient Israelites, such as King David or others in exile, who sought community with the faithful to strengthen their devotion. The psalm emphasizes the importance of aligning with believers who know God's testimonies in a world filled with adversaries.

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