KJV ORIGINAL
All thy commandments are faithful: they persecute me wrongfully; help thou me.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
All your commands are trustworthy and true. People are attacking me for no good reason—please help me!
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring that God's laws are completely reliable while asking for help against unfair persecution.
📚 Historical Context
This is part of 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 persecution, likely for following God's commands faithfully. In ancient Israel, those who stood firm in their faith often faced opposition from those who had turned away from God's ways.
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