KJV ORIGINAL
He asked life of thee, and thou gavest it him, even length of days for ever and ever.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
He asked you for life, and you gave it to him—you gave him a long life that lasts forever and ever.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse celebrates how God granted the king's request for life, blessing him with eternal life and lasting days.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written to celebrate a king's victory or coronation, possibly King David or one of his successors. In ancient Israel, the king was seen as God's chosen representative, and his well-being was directly connected to the nation's prosperity. The reference to 'length of days for ever and ever' may point to both the king's earthly reign and God's eternal covenant with David's royal line.
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