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Psalms 18:22

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
For all his judgments were before me, and I did not put away his statutes from me.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I kept all of God's laws in front of me, and I didn't push away his commands.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is saying he stayed focused on God's laws and didn't reject or ignore God's commands.

📚 Historical Context

In the Bible, Psalm 18 is a song of praise attributed to King David, written after God delivered him from his enemies and from the pursuit of King Saul. David is reflecting on his personal commitment to God's laws during times of conflict, emphasizing how he kept God's judgments in mind and refused to abandon His statutes as a way to honor their covenant relationship. This highlights the ancient Israelite understanding of obedience to God's commands as essential for receiving divine protection and favor.

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