KJV ORIGINAL
He hath not dealt with us after our sins; nor rewarded us according to our iniquities.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
He has not treated us as our sins deserve, nor punished us according to our wrongdoings.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is showing us that He doesn't give us the harsh punishment our sins actually deserve - He's much more merciful than we have any right to expect.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by David as a song of praise and thanksgiving to God. In ancient Israel, the concept of divine justice meant that sin should be met with corresponding punishment, which was the standard expectation in their law and culture. David is marveling at God's unexpected mercy that goes beyond what justice alone would require.
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