KJV ORIGINAL
Surely the righteous shall give thanks unto thy name: the upright shall dwell in thy presence.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Certainly those who do what's right will give thanks to your name: those who live with integrity will live in your presence.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse promises that people who live righteously will praise God and enjoy close fellowship with Him.
📚 Historical Context
This verse concludes Psalm 140, which was written by David as a prayer for protection from enemies and violent people. In ancient Israel, dwelling in God's presence often referred to worship at the temple and the spiritual blessing of feeling close to God. David contrasts the fate of the wicked (who will be destroyed) with the blessed future of those who follow God faithfully.
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