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Psalms 21:1

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
The king shall joy in thy strength, O LORD; and in thy salvation how greatly shall he rejoice!
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

The king will find joy in your strength, O LORD, and he will greatly rejoice in the salvation you provide!

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

This verse celebrates how the king finds deep joy and strength in God's power and the salvation God gives.

📚 Historical Context

In the historical context of ancient Israel, Psalms 21 is a royal psalm likely written by King David or for a king, celebrating God's role in granting victory and strength during times of battle or national deliverance. This verse reflects the cultural belief that the king's power and joy came directly from the Lord, emphasizing dependence on divine salvation rather than human might. Such psalms were probably used in temple worship or royal ceremonies to acknowledge God's sovereignty over the nation.

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