KJV ORIGINAL
Therefore hath the LORD recompensed me according to my righteousness, according to the cleanness of my hands in his eyesight.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
That's why the LORD has rewarded me because I did what was right, because my hands were clean in His sight.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is saying that God has blessed him because he lived righteously and kept himself pure before God.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David and likely reflects his gratitude after God delivered him from his enemies, particularly King Saul who pursued him for years. David is looking back on how God protected and blessed him throughout his struggles, recognizing that his commitment to doing right played a role in God's favor toward him.
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