KJV ORIGINAL
The LORD hath done great things for us; whereof we are glad.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The LORD has done great things for us, and we are filled with joy because of it.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is celebrating and expressing joy over the wonderful things God has done for them.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written after the Jewish people returned from exile in Babylon, around 538 BC when King Cyrus allowed them to go back to Jerusalem. The 'great things' refer to God's miraculous restoration of His people to their homeland after 70 years of captivity. It was a time of overwhelming joy and gratitude as they witnessed God's faithfulness in fulfilling His promises.
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