Psalms 118:24 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

This is the day which the LORD hath made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

This is the day that the LORD has made; we will rejoice and be glad in it.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is declaring that each day is a gift from God and choosing to respond with joy and gladness.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 118 was likely sung during Jewish festivals and temple worship, particularly during Passover celebrations. This verse comes near the end of a psalm that celebrates God's steadfast love and deliverance, possibly written after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon. It was traditionally used as a communal declaration of thanksgiving and praise.

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