KJV ORIGINAL
The LORD of hosts is with us; the God of Jacob is our refuge. Selah.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The LORD Almighty is with us; the God of Jacob is our safe place. Selah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse declares that God Almighty is personally present with His people and serves as their ultimate place of safety and protection.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written during a time of national crisis, possibly when Jerusalem was under siege by enemy armies. The 'God of Jacob' references the covenant God made with the patriarch Jacob (later called Israel), emphasizing God's faithful relationship with His chosen people throughout generations.
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