KJV ORIGINAL
For they intended evil against thee: they imagined a mischievous device, which they are not able to perform.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Even though they planned to hurt you and came up with harmful schemes against you, they won't be able to carry them out.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse reassures us that when enemies plot against God's people, their evil plans will ultimately fail.
📚 Historical Context
In the context of ancient Israel, Psalm 21 is a song of praise attributed to King David, celebrating God's protection and victory for the king against his enemies. It reflects the ongoing threats from hostile nations or individuals who plotted harm, as was common in the turbulent history of the Davidic monarchy. Despite these schemes, the psalm emphasizes God's sovereign power to thwart evil intentions that humans devise.
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