KJV ORIGINAL
For thou shalt eat the labour of thine hands: happy shalt thou be, and it shall be well with thee.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
You will enjoy the rewards of your hard work: you will be happy, and things will go well for you.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse promises that those who work diligently with their hands will find happiness and prosperity from their efforts.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely sung by Hebrew pilgrims traveling to Jerusalem for religious festivals. In ancient Israel's agricultural society, most people worked with their hands as farmers, craftsmen, or shepherds, making this promise of enjoying the fruits of one's labor especially meaningful. The verse reflects the biblical principle that honest work is blessed by God and leads to personal satisfaction.
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