KJV ORIGINAL
Many are my persecutors and mine enemies; yet do I not decline from thy testimonies.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Many people persecute me and are my enemies, but I still don't turn away from your laws and teachings.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is saying that even though many people oppose and attack him, he remains faithful to God's Word and doesn't compromise his beliefs.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 119 is the longest psalm and is entirely focused on praising God's law and Word. This verse comes from a section where the psalmist is describing the persecution he faces for his faith. In ancient Israel, those who remained faithful to God's commands often faced opposition from both foreign enemies and unfaithful Israelites who had turned away from God's laws.
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