Psalms 140:6 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I said unto the LORD, Thou art my God: hear the voice of my supplications, O LORD.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I said to the LORD, 'You are my God: listen to my prayers and requests, O LORD.'

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is declaring his personal relationship with God and asking Him to listen to his prayers.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm is attributed to David, likely written during a time when he faced dangerous enemies who were plotting against him. In ancient Israel, calling upon the LORD as 'my God' was a declaration of covenant relationship and trust, especially significant during times of persecution or threat.

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Then listen from heaven, from your home above, to their prayers and requests. Stand up for them and defend their cause, and forgive your people who have sinned against you.

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So we fasted and earnestly asked our God for this: and he answered our prayers.

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For in you, O LORD, I place my hope: you will hear me, O Lord my God.

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