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Psalms 18:36

Made Simple — Modern English Translation

Translated by Verse Made Simple Editorial
KJV ORIGINAL
Thou hast enlarged my steps under me, that my feet did not slip.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE

You have made my path wider beneath me, so my feet didn't slip or fall.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is thanking God for providing stability and sure footing through life's challenges, preventing him from stumbling or falling.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 18 is attributed to King David and serves as a song of thanksgiving for God's deliverance from his enemies, likely written during his conflicts with figures like King Saul or foreign adversaries in ancient Israel. In this verse, David metaphorically describes how God has broadened his path to ensure stability, preventing him from slipping in battle or life's dangers, reflecting the cultural reliance on God as a protector and warrior for His chosen leader. This highlights the broader biblical narrative of God's faithfulness to His anointed ones amid trials.

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