KJV ORIGINAL
Let the words of my mouth, and the meditation of my heart, be acceptable in thy sight, O LORD, my strength, and my redeemer.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Let the words I speak and the thoughts I think in my heart be pleasing to you, O LORD, my strength and my redeemer.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to make both his spoken words and private thoughts pleasing and acceptable to Him.
📚 Historical Context
This verse concludes Psalm 19, which celebrates God's revelation through creation and His written law. David, the likely author, penned this as a prayer after reflecting on how God reveals Himself through nature and Scripture. It serves as a personal response to understanding God's glory and perfection.
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