Psalms 140:13 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Certainly those who do what's right will give thanks to your name: those who live with integrity will live in your presence.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse promises that people who live righteously will praise God and enjoy close fellowship with Him.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 140 is attributed to King David and serves as a prayer for protection from enemies, reflecting the threats he faced during his reign in ancient Israel. In this context, verse 13 offers a note of assurance that those who live righteously will express gratitude to God and enjoy His nearness, emphasizing God's ultimate justice in a world of conflict. This fits into the broader biblical narrative of God's faithfulness to the faithful amid adversity.

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