KJV ORIGINAL
Great is our Lord, and of great power: his understanding is infinite.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
Our Lord is great and has incredible power: his understanding has no limits.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse celebrates that God is not only powerful beyond measure, but also has perfect understanding of everything.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was likely written after the Israelites returned from exile in Babylon, as they rebuilt Jerusalem and reflected on God's faithfulness. The psalmist is praising God's attributes as the people experienced His restoration and care. This particular verse emphasizes both God's might and His wisdom, two qualities that would have been especially meaningful to a people who had experienced both judgment and redemption.
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