KJV ORIGINAL
Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
From the mouths of babies and nursing children, you have created strength to stand against your enemies, so that you can silence those who oppose you and seek revenge.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God shows His power through the most unlikely people - even little children - to defeat His enemies and those who oppose Him.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by David, likely reflecting on God's greatness and how He uses the weak to confound the strong. In ancient times, children were considered powerless in society, yet David recognizes that God can use even them to display His strength. This verse was later quoted by Jesus when children praised Him in the temple.
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