Psalms 3:2 Made Simple

KJV ORIGINAL

Many there be which say of my soul, There is no help for him in God. Selah.

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✦ MADE SIMPLE

Many people are saying about me, 'God won't help him.' Selah.

⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE

The writer is feeling overwhelmed by people who claim that even God has abandoned him.

📚 Historical Context

This psalm was written by David when he was fleeing from his son Absalom, who had led a rebellion against him. During this dark period, David's enemies and perhaps even some of his own people were saying that God had turned against him and would not rescue him from his troubles.

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