KJV ORIGINAL
But God will redeem my soul from the power of the grave: for he shall receive me. Selah.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
But God will rescue my soul from the power of death, because He will take me to Himself. Selah.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is expressing confident hope that God will save him from death and bring him into His presence.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during a time when many believed that death was the end of everything, making this declaration of hope in God's power over death remarkably bold. The psalmist is contrasting the fate of the wicked rich (who trust in wealth) with those who trust in God. The word 'Selah' was likely a musical instruction for pause or emphasis during temple worship.
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