KJV ORIGINAL
Many are the afflictions of the righteous: but the LORD delivereth him out of them all.
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✦ MADE SIMPLE
Those who live right will face many troubles and hardships, but the Lord rescues them from every single one.
⚡ THE BOTTOM LINE
This verse promises that while good people will definitely face difficulties in life, God will deliver them from all their troubles.
📚 Historical Context
This psalm was written by David when he pretended to be insane to escape from King Abimelech (likely another name for King Achish of Gath). David had experienced God's protection firsthand during his many dangerous situations while fleeing from King Saul. The psalm reflects his personal testimony of God's faithfulness through multiple life-threatening circumstances.
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