Psalms 132:3 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Surely I will not come into the tabernacle of my house, nor go up into my bed;

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

I will not go into my house or lie down in my bed

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is making a solemn promise not to rest comfortably in his own home until he accomplishes something important for God.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm reflects David's intense desire to build a permanent dwelling place for God's ark, which had been moving from place to place. David was making a vow that he wouldn't enjoy the comfort of his own palace until he found a proper place for God to dwell among His people. This was part of David's passion to establish Jerusalem as the center of worship for Israel.

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