KJV ORIGINAL
For the LORD is our defence; and the Holy One of Israel is our king.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
For the LORD is our shield and protection; and the Holy One of Israel is our king.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring that God serves as both their protector and their ruler.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written during a time when Israel's earthly kingdom was struggling or had fallen, yet the psalmist affirms that their true king and protector remains God himself. The title 'Holy One of Israel' was a favorite expression of the prophet Isaiah and emphasizes God's unique relationship with his chosen people. This verse comes in the context of God's covenant promises to David's royal line.
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