KJV ORIGINAL
The LORD said unto my Lord, Sit thou at my right hand, until I make thine enemies thy footstool.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The LORD said to my Lord, 'Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies like a footstool under your feet.'
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God the Father is telling the Messiah to take the place of highest honor and authority until all opposition is completely defeated.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by King David around 1000 BC and was understood as a prophecy about the coming Messiah. In ancient times, sitting at someone's right hand meant holding the position of greatest honor and authority, while making enemies a 'footstool' symbolized complete victory and dominion over them. Jesus later quoted this verse to demonstrate that the Messiah would be both David's son and David's Lord.
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