Psalms 119:170 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Let my supplication come before thee: deliver me according to thy word.

Close to the original. Clear modern English.

✦ MADE SIMPLE

Let my prayer reach You; rescue me just as You promised in Your word.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is asking God to hear his prayer and save him based on God's faithful promises.

📚 Historical Context

This verse comes from Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible, which is entirely devoted to praising God's law and word. The psalmist is likely facing serious trouble or persecution and is crying out to God for deliverance. In ancient Israel, people believed that God's word contained both His commands and His promises of protection for those who followed Him faithfully.

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