Psalms 109:21 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

But do thou for me, O GOD the Lord, for thy name’s sake: because thy mercy is good, deliver thou me.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

But you, O God my Lord, act on my behalf for the sake of your name. Because your mercy is good, please rescue me.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is asking God to help him not because he deserves it, but because God is merciful and it would honor God's reputation to save him.

📚 Historical Context

Psalms 109 is attributed to King David and is one of the imprecatory psalms, where he pours out his anguish over enemies who have betrayed and slandered him, reflecting the intense personal and political conflicts he faced as a leader in ancient Israel. In this context, David is pleading for God's protection amid false accusations and threats, emphasizing reliance on divine justice rather than human means. Specifically in verse 21, David appeals to God's mercy and reputation as the reason for his deliverance, highlighting the covenant relationship between God and His people.

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