Psalms 118:11 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

They compassed me about; yea, they compassed me about: but in the name of the LORD I will destroy them.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

They surrounded me completely; yes, they surrounded me on every side, but in the LORD's name I will defeat them.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is declaring that even when completely surrounded by enemies, he will overcome them through God's power and authority.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was likely written during a time when Israel faced military threats from surrounding nations who wanted to destroy them. The repetition of being 'compassed about' emphasizes the complete nature of the threat - enemies on all sides. This was a common experience for ancient Israel, who were often outnumbered by hostile neighboring peoples.

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All the nations surrounded me completely, but in the Lord's name I will defeat them.

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