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Psalms 16:9

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Therefore my heart is glad, and my glory rejoiceth: my flesh also shall rest in hope.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Therefore my heart is filled with joy, and my spirit celebrates: my body will also rest with hope.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is expressing deep joy and confidence that comes from trusting in God, even facing death with hope rather than fear.

📚 Historical Context

This is from a psalm of David, written as a declaration of trust in God's protection and faithfulness. David wrote this during a time when he was likely facing danger or uncertainty, yet he expresses complete confidence in God's care. Early Christians saw this psalm as prophetic of Christ's resurrection, particularly the phrase about not being abandoned to death.

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