KJV ORIGINAL
In thee, O LORD, do I put my trust; let me never be ashamed: deliver me in thy righteousness.
Close to the original. Clear modern English.
✦ MADE SIMPLE
In you, O LORD, I place my trust; don't let me ever be put to shame: rescue me because you are righteous.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
The writer is declaring complete trust in God and asking Him to protect them from shame and deliver them because God is righteous and faithful.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm is attributed to David and likely written during a time of personal crisis or persecution. In ancient Israel, being 'put to shame' meant public disgrace or the failure of one's hopes, which was considered worse than physical harm. David is appealing to God's righteousness - His perfect character and justice - as the basis for his request for deliverance.
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