KJV ORIGINAL
Be thou my strong habitation, whereunto I may continually resort: thou hast given commandment to save me; for thou art my rock and my fortress.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Be my strong safe place where I can always come for protection. You have promised to save me, because you are my solid rock and my fortress.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is asking God to be their constant place of safety and protection, trusting in God's promise to save them.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David in his later years, likely written when he was facing threats from enemies or political opposition. In ancient times, people would flee to fortified cities or rocky strongholds for protection during attacks, making these images of rocks and fortresses very meaningful to the original audience.
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