Psalms 22:24 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

For he hath not despised nor abhorred the affliction of the afflicted; neither hath he hid his face from him; but when he cried unto him, he heard.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

For he has not despised or turned away from the suffering of those who are hurting; he has not hidden his face from them; but when they cried out to him, he listened.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

God is saying that he doesn't ignore or reject people when they're suffering - instead, he listens and responds when they call out to him.

📚 Historical Context

Psalm 22 is a lament psalm attributed to King David, written during times of intense personal suffering and distress, possibly amid battles or persecution in ancient Israel. In the broader biblical narrative, this psalm is prophetic, often linked to Jesus' crucifixion in the New Testament, where it highlights God's faithfulness to the afflicted. It serves as a reassurance in the cultural context of the Old Testament that God remains attentive to the cries of His people despite their hardships.

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