KJV ORIGINAL
The LORD preserveth the strangers; he relieveth the fatherless and widow: but the way of the wicked he turneth upside down.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
The LORD protects foreigners and outsiders; he helps orphans and widows who have no one else. But he completely overturns the plans of wicked people.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
God is saying he specially cares for the most vulnerable people in society - immigrants, orphans, and widows - while opposing those who do evil.
📚 Historical Context
In ancient Israel, strangers (foreigners), orphans, and widows had no legal protection or family support system, making them extremely vulnerable to exploitation and poverty. The Law of Moses specifically commanded God's people to care for these groups. This psalm celebrates God as the ultimate protector of society's most defenseless members.
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