Psalms 85:8 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

I will hear what God the LORD will speak: for he will speak peace unto his people, and to his saints: but let them not turn again to folly.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I will listen to what God the LORD will say, because he will speak words of peace to his people and to those who follow him faithfully. But they must not go back to their foolish ways.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is choosing to listen carefully to God because God promises peace to his faithful people, warning them not to return to foolish choices.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was likely written after Israel's return from exile in Babylon, when the people were rebuilding their nation and their relationship with God. The psalmist is listening for God's guidance during this time of restoration. There's both hope for God's blessing and concern that the people might repeat the mistakes that led to their exile.

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