KJV ORIGINAL
The LORD is the portion of mine inheritance and of my cup: thou maintainest my lot.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
The LORD is my share of inheritance and fills my cup; you take care of what I have in life.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring that God himself is his greatest treasure and inheritance, and that God personally watches over and provides for his life.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, likely written during his time as king when he had wealth and position but recognized that his true security came from God alone. In ancient times, inheritance was crucial for survival and status - it represented your portion of land, wealth, and identity passed down through generations.
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