KJV ORIGINAL
How many are the days of thy servant? when wilt thou execute judgment on them that persecute me?
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
How many days do I have left to live? When will you bring justice against those who are persecuting me?
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is crying out to God, asking how much longer he must endure persecution before God brings justice to his enemies.
📚 Historical Context
This verse comes from Psalm 119, the longest chapter in the Bible, which is an elaborate poem celebrating God's law and word. The psalmist appears to be facing intense persecution, possibly from political enemies or those who opposed his faith. In ancient Israel, persecution of the faithful was common, and believers often had to wait long periods for God's justice to be revealed.
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