Their fruit shalt thou destroy from the earth, and their seed from among the children of men.
You will completely wipe out their descendants from the earth, and their children from among all people.
God is promising that the enemies of His chosen king will have no lasting legacy - their family line will be completely ended.
📚 Historical Context
Psalm 21 is a song of praise attributed to King David, celebrating God's protection and victory over the king's enemies during times of conflict in ancient Israel. In the historical context of the Israelite monarchy, such psalms reflected the belief that God actively intervened to defeat wicked adversaries and secure the nation's safety. This verse specifically highlights God's judgment that would eliminate the legacy and influence of these foes.
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