KJV ORIGINAL
He teacheth my hands to war, so that a bow of steel is broken by mine arms.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
He trains my hands for battle, so that my arms can bend even a bronze bow.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is thanking God for giving him the strength and skill needed to overcome powerful enemies and challenges.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David, likely written after God delivered him from his enemies, including King Saul who pursued him. In ancient warfare, the ability to draw a strong bow was a mark of exceptional strength and military skill. Bronze (often translated as 'steel' in older versions) bows required tremendous force to bend and were symbols of military might.
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