KJV ORIGINAL
O my God, I trust in thee: let me not be ashamed, let not mine enemies triumph over me.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
O my God, I put my trust in you: don't let me be put to shame, and don't let my enemies win over me.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to protect his reputation and not let his enemies defeat him because he's placing his complete trust in God.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to King David, who faced many enemies throughout his reign as Israel's king. In ancient times, being 'put to shame' meant public humiliation and loss of honor, which could destroy a person's standing in the community. David's enemies would have seen his defeat as proof that his God was powerless.
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