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

Psalms 85:8 is part of a psalm attributed to the sons of Korah, likely written during Israel's post-exilic period after returning from Babylonian captivity, when the nation was rebuilding and seeking God's favor amid ongoing challenges. In this context, the psalmist expresses a communal plea for divine guidance and peace, reflecting the historical reality of Israel's vulnerability to sin and their need for God's intervention to avoid repeating past mistakes. This verse highlights the tension between God's promises and the people's propensity to stray, emphasizing a call for faithful listening.

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