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Psalms 86:12

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
I will praise thee, O Lord my God, with all my heart: and I will glorify thy name for evermore.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

I will praise you, O Lord my God, with all my heart, and I will honor your name forever.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is making a wholehearted commitment to praise God and honor His name for the rest of his life.

📚 Historical Context

This is part of a prayer psalm attributed to David, likely written during a time of distress when he was seeking God's help and protection from enemies. The psalm shows David's deep personal relationship with God and his trust in God's faithfulness. It reflects the Jewish tradition of making vows or commitments to God in response to His goodness and answered prayers.

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