KJV ORIGINAL
Man is like to vanity: his days are as a shadow that passeth away.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
People are like a breath of air that quickly disappears: our days pass by as quickly as a shadow moves across the ground.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse reminds us that human life is brief and fragile, passing by as quickly as a fleeting shadow.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, likely written during his reign as king of Israel. David often reflected on the brevity of human life compared to God's eternal nature, especially as he faced military conflicts and the responsibilities of leadership. The imagery of shadows and vanity was common in ancient Hebrew poetry to express life's temporary nature.
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