KJV ORIGINAL
Pour out thine indignation upon them, and let thy wrathful anger take hold of them.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Pour out your anger on them, and let your fierce wrath overtake them.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to bring judgment and punishment upon his enemies who have wronged him.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David during a time of intense persecution and suffering. David's enemies were likely those who opposed his kingship or sought to harm him personally. In ancient Israel, calling upon God for justice against one's enemies was a common practice, as people believed God was the ultimate judge who would right all wrongs.
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