Thy righteousness also, O God, is very high, who hast done great things: O God, who is like unto thee!
Your righteousness, O God, reaches to the highest heavens, and you have done amazing things. O God, who can compare to you!
The writer is declaring that God's perfect goodness reaches beyond measure and His incredible deeds prove that no one can compare to Him.
📚 Historical Context
Psalms 71 is attributed to King David and likely written during his later years, as it reflects his deep reliance on God amid personal trials and aging. This verse praises God's unmatched righteousness and mighty acts, possibly drawing from David's experiences of deliverance in his life as a king and warrior. In the broader context of ancient Israel, such psalms were used in worship to express trust in God's sovereignty over human affairs.
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